Antonyms MCQs 2026

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  1. Q1 easy

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to BENEVOLENT

    1. A Kind
    2. B Malevolent
    3. C Generous
    4. D Charitable
    💡 Explanation:

    Malevolent means having or showing a wish to do evil to others, the opposite of benevolent.

  2. Q2 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to BENIGN

    1. A Harmless
    2. B Malignant
    3. C Gentle
    4. D Mild
    💡 Explanation:

    Malignant means harmful or evil, the opposite of benign.

  3. Q3 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to RETICENT

    1. A Reserved
    2. B Talkative
    3. C Quiet
    4. D Silent
    💡 Explanation:

    Talkative means fond of talking, the opposite of reticent.

  4. Q4 easy

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to SCARCE

    1. A Rare
    2. B Abundant
    3. C Insufficient
    4. D Limited
    💡 Explanation:

    Abundant means existing in large quantities, the opposite of scarce.

  5. Q5 easy

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to TEDIOUS

    1. A Boring
    2. B Exciting
    3. C Dull
    4. D Monotonous
    💡 Explanation:

    Exciting means causing great enthusiasm, the opposite of tedious.

  6. Q6 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to VIGILANT

    1. A Watchful
    2. B Careless
    3. C Alert
    4. D Attentive
    💡 Explanation:

    Careless means not giving sufficient attention, the opposite of vigilant.

  7. Q7 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to ZEALOUS

    1. A Passionate
    2. B Apathetic
    3. C Enthusiastic
    4. D Fervent
    💡 Explanation:

    Apathetic means showing little interest or concern, the opposite of zealous.

  8. Q8 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to AMBIGUOUS

    1. A Unclear
    2. B Precise
    3. C Vague
    4. D Uncertain
    💡 Explanation:

    Precise means exact and accurate, the opposite of ambiguous.

  9. Q9 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to DEXTEROUS

    1. A Skillful
    2. B Clumsy
    3. C Adept
    4. D Nimble
    💡 Explanation:

    Clumsy means lacking skill or grace, the opposite of dexterous.

  10. Q10 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to EXEMPLARY

    1. A Outstanding
    2. B Mediocre
    3. C Excellent
    4. D Admirable
    💡 Explanation:

    Mediocre means of only average quality, the opposite of exemplary.

  11. Q11 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to FASTIDIOUS

    1. A Meticulous
    2. B Careless
    3. C Particular
    4. D Precise
    💡 Explanation:

    Careless means not giving sufficient attention or thought, the opposite of fastidious.

  12. Q12 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to GREGARIOUS

    1. A Sociable
    2. B Solitary
    3. C Outgoing
    4. D Friendly
    💡 Explanation:

    Solitary means preferring to be alone, the opposite of gregarious.

  13. Q13 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to IMPETUOUS

    1. A Impulsive
    2. B Cautious
    3. C Rash
    4. D Hasty
    💡 Explanation:

    Cautious means careful to avoid danger, the opposite of impetuous.

  14. Q14 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to LETHARGIC

    1. A Sluggish
    2. B Energetic
    3. C Tired
    4. D Weary
    💡 Explanation:

    Energetic means full of energy and enthusiasm, the opposite of lethargic.

  15. Q15 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to NAIVE

    1. A Innocent
    2. B Sophisticated
    3. C Gullible
    4. D Trusting
    💡 Explanation:

    Sophisticated means having worldly experience and knowledge, the opposite of naive.

  16. Q16 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to PLAUSIBLE

    1. A Credible
    2. B Implausible
    3. C Believable
    4. D Reasonable
    💡 Explanation:

    Implausible means not likely to be true, the opposite of plausible.

  17. Q17 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to LUCID

    1. A Clear
    2. B Confusing
    3. C Coherent
    4. D Understandable
    💡 Explanation:

    Confusing means difficult to understand, the opposite of lucid.

  18. Q18 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to KEEN

    1. A Enthusiastic
    2. B Indifferent
    3. C Eager
    4. D Avid
    💡 Explanation:

    Indifferent means having no particular interest, the opposite of keen.

  19. Q19 easy

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to JUBILANT

    1. A Joyful
    2. B Sorrowful
    3. C Elated
    4. D Delighted
    💡 Explanation:

    Sorrowful means feeling sadness, the opposite of jubilant.

  20. Q20 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to IMMINENT

    1. A Impending
    2. B Distant
    3. C Approaching
    4. D Near
    💡 Explanation:

    Distant means far off in time, the opposite of imminent.

  21. Q21 easy

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to HOSTILE

    1. A Antagonistic
    2. B Friendly
    3. C Aggressive
    4. D Unwelcoming
    💡 Explanation:

    Friendly means kind and pleasant, the opposite of hostile.

  22. Q22 easy

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to GENUINE

    1. A Authentic
    2. B Fake
    3. C Real
    4. D True
    💡 Explanation:

    Fake means not genuine, imitation, the opposite of genuine.

  23. Q23 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to FRUGAL

    1. A Thrifty
    2. B Extravagant
    3. C Economical
    4. D Sparing
    💡 Explanation:

    Extravagant means spending more than necessary, the opposite of frugal.

  24. Q24 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to ELOQUENT

    1. A Fluent
    2. B Inarticulate
    3. C Persuasive
    4. D Expressive
    💡 Explanation:

    Inarticulate means unable to speak fluently, the opposite of eloquent.

  25. Q25 easy

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to DILIGENT

    1. A Hardworking
    2. B Lazy
    3. C Industrious
    4. D Conscientious
    💡 Explanation:

    Lazy means unwilling to work, the opposite of diligent.

  26. Q26 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to CANDID

    1. A Honest
    2. B Deceptive
    3. C Sincere
    4. D Frank
    💡 Explanation:

    Deceptive means giving an appearance of a false impression, opposite of candid (honest).

  27. Q27 easy

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to ABUNDANT

    1. A Plentiful
    2. B Scarce
    3. C Ample
    4. D Copious
    💡 Explanation:

    Scarce means insufficient for demand, the opposite of abundant.

  28. Q28 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to NOTORIOUS

    1. A Infamous
    2. B Reputable
    3. C Disreputable
    4. D Ill-famed
    💡 Explanation:

    Reputable means having a good reputation, the opposite of notorious.

  29. Q29 easy

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to OBSOLETE

    1. A Outdated
    2. B Modern
    3. C Antiquated
    4. D Old-fashioned
    💡 Explanation:

    Modern means current or up-to-date, the opposite of obsolete.

  30. Q30 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to PRUDENT

    1. A Wise
    2. B Reckless
    3. C Cautious
    4. D Careful
    💡 Explanation:

    Reckless means acting without thinking of consequences, the opposite of prudent.

  31. Q31 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to QUELL

    1. A Suppress
    2. B Incite
    3. C Calm
    4. D Pacify
    💡 Explanation:

    Incite means to encourage or stir up, the opposite of quell.

  32. Q32 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to RESILIENT

    1. A Tough
    2. B Fragile
    3. C Sturdy
    4. D Strong
    💡 Explanation:

    Fragile means easily broken or damaged, the opposite of resilient.

  33. Q33 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to SPORADIC

    1. A Occasional
    2. B Constant
    3. C Irregular
    4. D Intermittent
    💡 Explanation:

    Constant means occurring continuously, the opposite of sporadic.

  34. Q34 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to COMPLACENT

    1. A Self-satisfied
    2. B Anxious
    3. C Content
    4. D Smug
    💡 Explanation:

    Anxious means feeling worried or uneasy, the opposite of complacent.

  35. Q35 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to DERIDE

    1. A Mock
    2. B Praise
    3. C Ridicule
    4. D Scorn
    💡 Explanation:

    Praise means to express approval of, the opposite of deride.

  36. Q36 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to EPHEMERAL

    1. A Fleeting
    2. B Permanent
    3. C Temporary
    4. D Transient
    💡 Explanation:

    Permanent means lasting indefinitely, the opposite of ephemeral.

  37. Q37 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to GULLIBLE

    1. A Credulous
    2. B Skeptical
    3. C Naive
    4. D Trusting
    💡 Explanation:

    Skeptical means having doubts or reservations, the opposite of gullible.

  38. Q38 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to SUBSTANTIATE

    1. A Confirm
    2. B Refute
    3. C Prove
    4. D Verify
    💡 Explanation:

    Refute means to prove wrong, the opposite of substantiate.

  39. Q39 hard

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to QUIXOTIC

    1. A Idealistic
    2. B Pragmatic
    3. C Unrealistic
    4. D Romantic
    💡 Explanation:

    Pragmatic means dealing with things sensibly and realistically, the opposite of quixotic.

  40. Q40 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to PROLIFIC

    1. A Productive
    2. B Unproductive
    3. C Fruitful
    4. D Abundant
    💡 Explanation:

    Unproductive means not producing much, the opposite of prolific.

  41. Q41 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to OBSTINATE

    1. A Stubborn
    2. B Flexible
    3. C Inflexible
    4. D Unyielding
    💡 Explanation:

    Flexible means willing to change or compromise, the opposite of obstinate.

  42. Q42 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to NULLIFY

    1. A Invalidate
    2. B Validate
    3. C Cancel
    4. D Void
    💡 Explanation:

    Validate means to confirm the validity of, the opposite of nullify.

  43. Q43 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to MITIGATE

    1. A Alleviate
    2. B Aggravate
    3. C Ease
    4. D Lessen
    💡 Explanation:

    Aggravate means to make a problem worse, the opposite of mitigate.

  44. Q44 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to LAVISH

    1. A Extravagant
    2. B Frugal
    3. C Luxurious
    4. D Sumptuous
    💡 Explanation:

    Frugal means sparing or economical, the opposite of lavish.

  45. Q45 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to JEOPARDIZE

    1. A Endanger
    2. B Protect
    3. C Risk
    4. D Threaten
    💡 Explanation:

    Protect means to keep safe from harm, the opposite of jeopardize.

  46. Q46 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to INNOCUOUS

    1. A Harmless
    2. B Harmful
    3. C Safe
    4. D Benign
    💡 Explanation:

    Harmful means causing damage or injury, the opposite of innocuous.

  47. Q47 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to HAMPER

    1. A Hinder
    2. B Facilitate
    3. C Impede
    4. D Obstruct
    💡 Explanation:

    Facilitate means to make an action easier, the opposite of hamper.

  48. Q48 hard

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to GARRULOUS

    1. A Talkative
    2. B Taciturn
    3. C Chatty
    4. D Loquacious
    💡 Explanation:

    Taciturn means reserved or uncommunicative, the opposite of garrulous.

  49. Q49 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to FRIVOLOUS

    1. A Trivial
    2. B Serious
    3. C Silly
    4. D Superficial
    💡 Explanation:

    Serious means requiring careful consideration, the opposite of frivolous.

  50. Q50 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to EMULATE

    1. A Imitate
    2. B Ignore
    3. C Copy
    4. D Mimic
    💡 Explanation:

    Ignore means to pay no attention to, the opposite of emulate.

  51. Q51 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to CONCUR

    1. A Agree
    2. B Disagree
    3. C Assent
    4. D Consent
    💡 Explanation:

    Disagree means to have a different opinion, the opposite of concur.

  52. Q52 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to BLEAK

    1. A Dismal
    2. B Cheerful
    3. C Gloomy
    4. D Desolate
    💡 Explanation:

    Cheerful means noticeably happy and optimistic, the opposite of bleak.

  53. Q53 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to AUDACIOUS

    1. A Bold
    2. B Timid
    3. C Daring
    4. D Fearless
    💡 Explanation:

    Timid means showing a lack of courage, the opposite of audacious.

  54. Q54 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to VERBOSE

    1. A Wordy
    2. B Concise
    3. C Lengthy
    4. D Rambling
    💡 Explanation:

    Concise means giving information clearly in few words, the opposite of verbose.

  55. Q55 hard

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to TACITURN

    1. A Reserved
    2. B Loquacious
    3. C Quiet
    4. D Silent
    💡 Explanation:

    Loquacious means very talkative, the opposite of taciturn.

  56. Q56 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to TRANQUIL

    1. A Calm
    2. B Turbulent
    3. C Peaceful
    4. D Serene
    💡 Explanation:

    Turbulent means marked by disturbance or confusion, the opposite of tranquil.

  57. Q57 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to IMPARTIAL

    1. A Unbiased
    2. B Biased
    3. C Fair
    4. D Neutral
    💡 Explanation:

    Biased means unfairly prejudiced, the opposite of impartial.

  58. Q58 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to VOLATILE

    1. A Unpredictable
    2. B Stable
    3. C Unstable
    4. D Erratic
    💡 Explanation:

    Stable means not likely to change or fail, the opposite of volatile.

  59. Q59 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to UNSCRUPULOUS

    1. A Dishonest
    2. B Ethical
    3. C Corrupt
    4. D Deceitful
    💡 Explanation:

    Ethical means morally correct, the opposite of unscrupulous.

  60. Q60 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to ABATE

    1. A Diminish
    2. B Intensify
    3. C Decrease
    4. D Subside
    💡 Explanation:

    Intensify means to become more intense, the opposite of abate.

  61. Q61 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to MUNDANE

    1. A Ordinary
    2. B Extraordinary
    3. C Routine
    4. D Dull
    💡 Explanation:

    Extraordinary means very unusual or remarkable, the opposite of mundane.

  62. Q62 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to OBLIVIOUS

    1. A Unaware
    2. B Aware
    3. C Ignorant
    4. D Unmindful
    💡 Explanation:

    Aware means having knowledge or perception of a situation, the opposite of oblivious.

  63. Q63 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to PARAMOUNT

    1. A Supreme
    2. B Insignificant
    3. C Chief
    4. D Foremost
    💡 Explanation:

    Insignificant means too small to be of importance, the opposite of paramount.

  64. Q64 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to JOCULAR

    1. A Humorous
    2. B Serious
    3. C Funny
    4. D Playful
    💡 Explanation:

    Serious means solemn or thoughtful, the opposite of jocular.

  65. Q65 hard

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to LOQUACIOUS

    1. A Talkative
    2. B Taciturn
    3. C Chatty
    4. D Voluble
    💡 Explanation:

    Taciturn means reserved in speech, the opposite of loquacious.

  66. Q66 easy

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to DIMINISH

    1. A Decrease
    2. B Increase
    3. C Reduce
    4. D Shrink
    💡 Explanation:

    Increase means to become greater in size or amount, the opposite of diminish.

  67. Q67 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to ELATED

    1. A Joyful
    2. B Depressed
    3. C Delighted
    4. D Ecstatic
    💡 Explanation:

    Depressed means in a state of general unhappiness, the opposite of elated.

  68. Q68 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to FORTIFY

    1. A Strengthen
    2. B Weaken
    3. C Reinforce
    4. D Bolster
    💡 Explanation:

    Weaken means to make less strong, the opposite of fortify.

  69. Q69 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to HAUGHTY

    1. A Arrogant
    2. B Humble
    3. C Proud
    4. D Condescending
    💡 Explanation:

    Humble means having a modest opinion of oneself, the opposite of haughty.

  70. Q70 hard

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to IGNOMINIOUS

    1. A Shameful
    2. B Honorable
    3. C Disgraceful
    4. D Humiliating
    💡 Explanation:

    Honorable means bringing or worthy of honor, the opposite of ignominious.

  71. Q71 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to JUDICIOUS

    1. A Wise
    2. B Rash
    3. C Prudent
    4. D Sensible
    💡 Explanation:

    Rash means acting without careful consideration, the opposite of judicious.

  72. Q72 hard

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to KNACK

    1. A Skill
    2. B Ineptitude
    3. C Talent
    4. D Aptitude
    💡 Explanation:

    Ineptitude means lack of skill or ability, the opposite of knack.

  73. Q73 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to LAMENT

    1. A Mourn
    2. B Celebrate
    3. C Grieve
    4. D Bemoan
    💡 Explanation:

    Celebrate means to acknowledge with joy, the opposite of lament.

  74. Q74 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to QUAINT

    1. A Charming
    2. B Modern
    3. C Old-fashioned
    4. D Picturesque
    💡 Explanation:

    Modern means relating to the present, the opposite of quaint.

  75. Q75 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to MAGNANIMOUS

    1. A Generous
    2. B Petty
    3. C Noble
    4. D Charitable
    💡 Explanation:

    Petty means small-minded or ungenerous, the opposite of magnanimous.

  76. Q76 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to NEGLIGENT

    1. A Careless
    2. B Attentive
    3. C Remiss
    4. D Lax
    💡 Explanation:

    Attentive means paying close attention, the opposite of negligent.

  77. Q77 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to OPAQUE

    1. A Unclear
    2. B Transparent
    3. C Cloudy
    4. D Murky
    💡 Explanation:

    Transparent means allowing light to pass through, easily seen through, the opposite of opaque.

  78. Q78 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to TRANSIENT

    1. A Temporary
    2. B Permanent
    3. C Fleeting
    4. D Brief
    💡 Explanation:

    Permanent means lasting or intended to last indefinitely, the opposite of transient.

  79. Q79 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to VEHEMENT

    1. A Intense
    2. B Mild
    3. C Forceful
    4. D Passionate
    💡 Explanation:

    Mild means not severe or intense, the opposite of vehement.

  80. Q80 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to ADVERSITY

    1. A Hardship
    2. B Prosperity
    3. C Misfortune
    4. D Difficulty
    💡 Explanation:

    Prosperity means the state of flourishing, the opposite of adversity.

  81. Q81 easy

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to CONCEAL

    1. A Hide
    2. B Reveal
    3. C Disguise
    4. D Mask
    💡 Explanation:

    Reveal means to make known or visible, the opposite of conceal.

  82. Q82 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to PERTINENT

    1. A Relevant
    2. B Irrelevant
    3. C Applicable
    4. D Fitting
    💡 Explanation:

    Irrelevant means not connected with or relevant to something, the opposite of pertinent.

  83. Q83 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to QUERULOUS

    1. A Complaining
    2. B Content
    3. C Whining
    4. D Fretful
    💡 Explanation:

    Content means satisfied and at ease, the opposite of querulous.

  84. Q84 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to REPUDIATE

    1. A Reject
    2. B Accept
    3. C Disown
    4. D Renounce
    💡 Explanation:

    Accept means to consent to receive, the opposite of repudiate.

  85. Q85 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to RECLUSIVE

    1. A Solitary
    2. B Sociable
    3. C Withdrawn
    4. D Isolated
    💡 Explanation:

    Sociable means willing to talk and engage with others, the opposite of reclusive.

  86. Q86 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to SAGACIOUS

    1. A Wise
    2. B Foolish
    3. C Shrewd
    4. D Astute
    💡 Explanation:

    Foolish means lacking good sense, the opposite of sagacious.

  87. Q87 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to SCRUPULOUS

    1. A Careful
    2. B Careless
    3. C Meticulous
    4. D Thorough
    💡 Explanation:

    Careless means not giving sufficient attention, the opposite of scrupulous.

  88. Q88 medium

    Choose the word most opposite in meaning to TENTATIVE

    1. A Uncertain
    2. B Definite
    3. C Hesitant
    4. D Provisional
    💡 Explanation:

    Definite means clearly stated or decided, not vague, the opposite of tentative.