IEO Synonyms and Antonyms 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Choose the SYNONYM of the word 'ABUNDANT':
- Scarce
- Plentiful (Correct answer)
- Insufficient
- Rare
Correct answer: Plentiful
Abundant means existing or available in large quantities. Plentiful is its synonym, meaning more than enough.
'Abundant' and 'plentiful' both mean present in great quantity. Other synonyms include: ample, copious, bountiful, profuse. Antonyms (opposites) include: scarce, rare, insufficient, meagre. Example: The region has abundant natural resources.
Question 2: Which word is the ANTONYM of 'COURAGEOUS'?
- Brave
- Bold
- Cowardly (Correct answer)
- Fearless
Correct answer: Cowardly
Courageous means brave and not afraid. Its antonym is cowardly, meaning lacking courage.
'Courageous' means having courage, bravery, and boldness. Its antonym 'cowardly' means showing a lack of courage. Synonyms of courageous: valiant, intrepid, gallant, daring. Antonyms: cowardly, timid, fearful, craven.
Question 3: Find the SYNONYM of 'VIVID':
- Dull
- Faded
- Bright and clear (Correct answer)
- Blurry
Correct answer: Bright and clear
Vivid means producing powerful feelings or clear images in the mind; intensely bright or clear.
'Vivid' means producing powerful, clear images — like a vivid dream or vivid colours. Synonyms include: bright, striking, lively, graphic, distinct. Antonyms include: dull, pale, faded, vague, obscure.
Question 4: Select the ANTONYM of 'TRANSPARENT':
- Clear
- See-through
- Opaque (Correct answer)
- Visible
Correct answer: Opaque
Transparent means allowing light to pass through so objects beyond can be clearly seen. Its antonym is opaque, meaning not see-through.
'Transparent' literally means light can pass through it, and figuratively it means open and honest. Its antonym 'opaque' means not transparent — light cannot pass through. Figuratively, opaque means difficult to understand. Example: The organization's financial dealings were opaque (not transparent).
Question 5: Choose the SYNONYM of 'ANCIENT':
- Modern
- Recent
- Antique (Correct answer)
- Contemporary
Correct answer: Antique
Ancient means belonging to the very distant past. Antique is a synonym referring to something very old.
'Ancient' means very old or belonging to the distant past (e.g., ancient civilizations). 'Antique' typically refers to old objects of value. Other synonyms: archaic, olden, primeval. Antonyms: modern, recent, new, contemporary.
Question 6: What is the ANTONYM of 'GENEROUS'?
- Charitable
- Liberal
- Miserly (Correct answer)
- Giving
Correct answer: Miserly
Generous means willing to give and share freely. Its antonym is miserly, meaning unwilling to spend or give.
'Generous' means freely giving time, money, or resources to others. Its antonym 'miserly' describes someone who is extremely reluctant to spend money. Other antonyms: stingy, mean, tight-fisted, parsimonious. Synonyms of generous: benevolent, magnanimous, liberal, charitable.
IEO Synonyms and Antonyms 1
Choose the SYNONYM of the word 'ABUNDANT':