Antonyms Questions & Answers - Page 35

171.

The sentence below consists of a word or a phrase which is bold. It is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or pharse which is closest to the OPPOSITE in meaning of the bold word or phrase.

The young leader was reluctant to shoulder the responsibilities of ministerial office.

A.

wanting

B.

willing

C.

anxious

D.

eager

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

172.

The sentence below consists of a word or a phrase which is bold. It is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or pharse which is closest to the OPPOSITE in meaning of the bold word or phrase.

Because of the economy drive, they unwillingly surrendered some superfluous posts.

A.

important

B.

relevant

C.

significant

D.

essential

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

173.

The sentence below consists of a word or a phrase which is bold. It is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or pharse which is closest to the OPPOSITE in meaning of the bold word or phrase.

Many people try to resist reforms in the society.

A.

fight

B.

accept

C.

welcome

D.

repel

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

174.

The sentence below consists of a word or a phrase which is bold. It is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or pharse which is closest to the OPPOSITE in meaning of the bold word or phrase.

Unsettled conditions in the land led to the exodus of hundreds of its citizens.

A.

invasion

B.

entry

C.

immigration

D.

expulsion

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

175.

The sentence below consists of a word or a phrase which is bold. It is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or pharse which is closest to the OPPOSITE in meaning of the bold word or phrase.

The incessant noise of the boring machine made it difficult for us to sleep at night.

A.

intermittent

B.

harsh

C.

soft

D.

constant

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.