13. Antonyms NDA/CDS English

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  Question 1.  

  Exorbitant

   

  • A

    (a) Excessive
     

  • B

    (b) Modest
     

  • C

    (c) Extravagant
     

  • D

    (d) Lavish

  Explanation

  Correct Answer: (b) Modest

  Meaning: Unreasonably high (especially in cost).

  Explanation:

  Exorbitant means excessively high, often referring to costs or demands, while modest means reasonable or moderate.

  Examples:

  Exorbitant: The exorbitant price of housing is a major concern.

  Modest: The NGO achieved modest success in its campaign.

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  Question 2.  

  Benevolent

   

  • A

    (a) Cruel
     

  • B

    (b) Kind
     

  • C

    (c) Altruistic
     

  • D

    (d) Generous

  Explanation

  Correct Answer: (a) Cruel

  Meaning: Well-meaning and kindly.

  Explanation:

  Benevolent describes kindness and goodwill, whereas cruel refers to causing suffering or showing a lack of compassion.

  Examples:

  Benevolent: The benevolent leader worked tirelessly for the welfare of the poor.

  Cruel: The cruel treatment of animals sparked widespread outrage.

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  Question 3.  

  Impetuous

   

  • A

    (a) Cautious
     

  • B

    (b) Reckless
     

  • C

    (c) Rash
     

  • D

    (d) Hasty

  Explanation

  Correct Answer: (a) Cautious

  Meaning: Acting or done quickly without thought or care.

  Explanation:

  Impetuous means impulsive or rash, while cautious implies being careful and deliberate.

  Examples:

  Impetuous: His impetuous decision led to a series of complications.

  Cautious: The cautious investor preferred to avoid high-risk options.

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  Question 4.  

  Frugal

   

   

  • A

    (a) Lavish
     

  • B

    (b) Economical
     

  • C

    (c) Thrifty
     

  • D

    (d) Prudent

  Explanation

  Correct Answer: (a) Lavish

  Meaning: Economical in use or expenditure; not wasteful.

  Explanation:

  Frugal suggests careful and minimal spending, while lavish implies spending or using resources extravagantly.

  Examples:

  Frugal: She lived a frugal lifestyle to save for her children's education.

  Lavish: The wedding was a lavish affair with no expense spared.

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  Question 5.  

  Abate

   

   

  • A

    (a) Intensify
     

  • B

    (b) Subside
     

  • C

    (c) Diminish
     

  • D

    (d) Alleviate

  Explanation

  Correct Answer: (a) Intensify

  Meaning: To lessen in intensity or degree.

  Explanation:

  Abate means to reduce, while intensify means to increase in strength or magnitude.

  Examples:

  Abate: The storm began to abate as the evening progressed.

  Intensify: The protests intensified after the government's controversial announcement.