Vocabulary

Antonyms

Medium

Choose the most appropriate antonym for the underlined word:

He is an astute observer of human behaviour.

ingenuous

avid

infamous

morose

✅ Correct Option: 1

Option 1 -> "ingenuous" means naive, innocent, or unsophisticated - the opposite of shrewd/clever.

Option 2 -> "avid" means enthusiastic or eager - relates to intensity of interest, not cleverness.

Option 3 -> "infamous" means having a bad reputation - relates to reputation, not perception.

Option 4 -> "morose" means gloomy or sullen - relates to mood, not intelligence.

Hence, Option 1: ingenuous -> "Astute" means shrewd and perceptive, while "ingenuous" means lacking sophistication or worldly experience, making them direct antonyms -> correct

2022: 20 July Shift 1

Match List - I with List - II.

List - I Word	List - II Antonym
(A) Abate	(I) Intensify
(B) Brittle	(II) Strong
(C) Cavity	(III) Mound
(D) Calamity	(IV) Happiness

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2022: 23 Aug Shift 1

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A. Blur

B. Hazy

C. Transparent

D. Grimy

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Choose the most appropriate antonym for the underlined word:

He is an astute observer of human behaviour.