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2581. Choose the opposite of Singular

  • A. Standard
  • B. Eminent
  • C. Rare
  • D. Unwonted

Explanation: Singular means "being the only one of one's kind." Standard means "conforming to a norm or pattern; usual, ordinary, or typical." Therefore, the opposite of singular is standard, because standard things are not unique or unusual.

Correct answer: Standard

2582. Choose the opposite of Tranquil

  • A. Murmuring
  • B. Inebriated
  • C. Sedate
  • D. alert

Explanation: Tranquil means calm, peaceful, and undisturbed.Alert means watchful, attentive, and on guard.

Correct answer: alert

2583. Choose the opposite of Pit

  • A. Peak
  • B. ● Plain
  • C. ● Gulf
  • D. ● Well

Explanation: ● Pit means a deep hole in the ground.● Peak means the highest point of something, especially a mountain.

Correct answer: Peak

2584. Choose the opposite of Erode

  • A. preserve
  • B. ● Consume
  • C. ● Grind
  • D. ● Pulsate

Explanation: ● Erode means to gradually wear away or destroy something.● Preserve means to keep something in good condition or to protect it from harm.

Correct answer: preserve

2585. Choose the option closest in meaning to Obscure

  • A. ● Approval
  • B. ● Excuse
  • C. Hidden
  • D. None of these

Explanation: ● Obscure means not clearly understood or perceived; vague.● Hidden means kept out of sight or not easily discovered.

Correct answer: Hidden

2586. Choose the option closest in meaning to Obsolete

  • A. ● Voguish
  • B. ● Dapper
  • C. Antediluvian
  • D. ● Contemporary

Explanation: ● Obsolete means no longer in use or no longer useful, usually because something newer and better has replaced it.● Antediluvian means extremely old or out-of-date.

Correct answer: Antediluvian

2587. Choose the option closest in meaning to Arbitrary

  • A. Subjective
  • B. ● Heedful
  • C. ● Sage
  • D. ● Shrewd

Explanation: ● Arbitrary means based on personal whim or opinion rather than reason or logic.● Subjective means based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions rather than objective facts.

Correct answer: Subjective

2588. Choose the option closest in meaning to Knave

  • A. Villain
  • B. ● Challenging
  • C. ● Persuasive
  • D. ● Lazy

Explanation: ● Knave means a deceitful and unreliable scoundrel.● Villain means a wicked or evil person; someone who does evil deliberately.

Correct answer: Villain

2589. Choose the option closest in meaning to Eager

  • A. ● Indifferent
  • B. ● Thoughtful
  • C. Keen
  • D. ● Apathetic

Explanation: ● Eager means having or showing a strong and urgent desire or interest.● Keen means having or showing a strong interest or enthusiasm.

Correct answer: Keen

2590. Choose the option closest in meaning to Approbation

  • A. ● Fear
  • B. ● Veto
  • C. Consent
  • D. ● Prediction

Explanation: ● Approbation means approval or praise.● Consent means a willingness to give permission or agreement.

Correct answer: Consent