CELSA Synonyms and Antonyms 2

Question 1

Which word is most similar in meaning to 'benevolent'?

Accepted Answer

Kind

Answer

Benevolent means well-meaning and generous, making 'kind' the closest synonym.

Question 2

Which word is the antonym of 'arduous'?

Accepted Answer

Easy

Answer

Arduous means requiring great effort or difficulty, so its antonym is 'easy'.

Question 3

Which word is a synonym for 'concise'?

Accepted Answer

Brief

Answer

Concise means giving a lot of information clearly and in few words, just as 'brief' does.

Question 4

Which word is the antonym of 'transparent'?

Accepted Answer

Opaque

Answer

Transparent means allowing light through or being open; its opposite is 'opaque', meaning impossible to see through.

Question 5

Which word is most similar to 'diligent'?

Accepted Answer

Hardworking

Answer

Diligent means having or showing care and effort in work, synonymous with 'hardworking'.

(CELSA) Combined English Language Skills Assessment Practice Test