Antonyms - Study Mode

[#476] He stood gazing at the serene expanse of the sea.
Correct Answer

(D) ruffled

Explanation

Solution: Serene : calm, peaceful, and untroubled

tranquil. Scenic : providing or relating to views of impressive or beautiful natural scenery. Clear : easy to perceive, understand, or interpret. Tranquil : free from disturbance

calm. Ruffled : disturb the smoothness or tranquillity of. Antonym of Serene is Ruffled

[#477] He tried to conceal the secret that they were already married.
Correct Answer

(C) reveal

Explanation

Solution: Conceal : not allow to be seen

hide. State : the particular condition that someone or something is in at a specific time. Declare : say something in a solemn and emphatic manner. Reveal : cause or allow (something) to be seen. Announce : make a formal public statement about a fact, occurrence, or intention. Antonym of Conceal is Reveal

[#478] He wanted absolute control of the firm.
Correct Answer

(D) limited

Explanation

Solution: Absolute : not qualified or diminished in any way

total. Little : small in size, amount, or degree (often used to convey an appealing diminutiveness or express an affectionate or condescending attitude). Few : a small number of. Complex : consisting of many different and connected parts. Limited : restricted in size, amount, or extent

few, small, or short. Antonym of Absolute is Limited

[#479] Antonym of IMPERVIOUS
Correct Answer

(A) penetrable

Explanation

Solution: Impervious : not allowing fluid to pass through. Penetrable : allowing things to pass through

permeable. Hidden : kept out of sight

concealed. Tolerable : able to be endured. Gentle : having or showing a mild, kind, or tender temperament or character. Antonym of Impervious is Penetrable

[#480] Antonym of MAMMOTH
Correct Answer

(C) tiny

Explanation

Solution: Mammoth : huge. Dull : lacking interest or excitement. Weak : lacking the power to perform physically demanding tasks

having little physical strength or energy. Tiny : very small. Bright : giving out or reflecting much light

shining. Antonym of Mammoth is Tiny