Antonyms - Study Mode
[#186] Antonym of DEBONAIR
Correct Answer
(D) serious
Explanation
Solution: Debonair : (of a man) confident, stylish, and charming. Worried : anxious or troubled about actual or potential problems. Pensive : engaged in, involving, or reflecting deep or serious thought. Grim : very serious or gloomy. Serious : solemn or thoughtful in character or manner. Antonym of Debonair is Serious
[#187] Antonym of BOISTEROUS
Correct Answer
(A) calm
Explanation
Solution: Boisterous : noisy, energetic, and cheerful. Calm : not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions. Comfortable : (especially of clothes or furnishings) providing physical ease and relaxation. Good : to be desired or approved of. Happy : feeling or showing pleasure or contentment. Antonym of Boisterous is Calm
[#188] Antonym of ECLIPSE
Correct Answer
(A) shine
Explanation
Solution: Eclipse : overshadow. Shine : (of the sun or another source of light) give out a bright light. Enlarge : make or become larger or more extensive. Goggle : look with wide open eyes, typically in amazement. Gleam : shine brightly, especially with reflected light. Antonym of Eclipse is Shine
[#189] Antonym of EXALT
Correct Answer
(A) depreciate
Explanation
Solution: Exalt : think or speak very highly of (someone or something). Depreciate : disparage or belittle (something). Ennoble : give (someone) a noble rank or title. Glorify : praise and worship (God). Simplify : make (something) simpler or easier to do or understand. Antonym of Exalt is Depreciate
[#190] The new government has abolished the Gold Control Act.
Correct Answer
(B) passed
Explanation
Solution: Abolished : formally put an end to (a system, practice, or institution). Approved : officially agreed or accepted as satisfactory. Passed : move or cause to move in a specified direction. Restored : bring back or re-establish (a previous right, practice, or situation). Removed : take (something) away or off from the position occupied. Antonym of Abolished is Passed