Question 51
EasyOriginal questionMatch each word in List I with its opposite in List II.
| List I: Word | List II: Opposite |
|---|---|
| A. gradual | I. cowardly |
| B. rough | II. sudden |
| C. forget | III. remember |
| D. brave | IV. smooth |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer B
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Gradual is the opposite of "sudden": A-II.
Rough is the opposite of "smooth": B-IV.
Forget is the opposite of "remember": C-III.
Brave is the opposite of "cowardly": D-I.
Worth noting
Only one option has C-III, so that pair is enough to settle it; matching the pairs you are surest of first saves time.
- Concept
- Matching words or phrases with their meanings
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