ANTONYMS

Each sentences below consist of a word or a phrase which is bold. It is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or pharse which is closes to the OPPOSITE in meaning of the bold word or phrase.
1. History abounds in instances of courage.
A. shines
B. lacks
C. suffices
D. fails
Ans - B

2. The inhabitants of the island were barbarians.
A. civilized
B. cruel
C. uncivilized
D. bad
Ans - A

3. The members thought that the task was feasible.
A. impractical
B. impossible
C. difficult
D. impracticable
Ans - A

4. crestfallen he returned as he had never faced such humiliation in the whole of his life.
A. vainglorious
B. indignant
C. triumphant
D. disturbed
Ans - C

5. Feasibility of the project is under study.
A. unsuitability
B. cheapness
C. impropriety
D. impracticability
Ans - D

6. The incessant noise of the boring machine made it difficult for us to got to sleep at night.
A. intermittent
B. harsh
C. soft
D. constant
Ans - A

7. Unsettled conditions in the land led to exodus of hundreds of its citizens.
A. invasion
B. entry
C. immigration
D. expulsion
Ans - B

8. Many people try to resist reforms in the society.
A. fight
B. accept
C. welcome
D. repel
Ans - C 

9. Because of the economy drive, they very unwillingly surrendered some superfluous posts.
A. important
B. relevant
C. significant
D. essential
Ans - B 

10. The young leader was reluctant to shoulder the responsibilities of ministerial office.
A. wanting
B. willing
C. anxious
D. eager
Ans -  B