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951. Antonym of "filthy" is_________?

  • A. Clean
  • B. Grimy
  • C. Grubby
  • D. Putrid

Explanation: Filthy means extremely dirty, so its opposite is clean. Grimy and grubby are near-synonyms of filthy, while putrid means rotten or foul-smelling.

Correct answer: Clean

952. Antonym of "Malaise" is ___________?

  • A. Despondancy
  • B. Dejection
  • C. Restless
  • D. Comfort

Explanation: Malaise is a feeling of discomfort, uneasiness, or poor health, so comfort is its closest opposite. Despondency and dejection describe low spirits, not relief from discomfort.

Correct answer: Comfort

953. Antonym of "QUOTIDIAN" is_________?

  • A. Extraordinary
  • B. Certain
  • C. Wishful
  • D. Premature

Explanation: Quotidian means ordinary, everyday, or commonplace. Extraordinary is its opposite, whereas certain, wishful, and premature express different ideas.

Correct answer: Extraordinary

954. Antonym of Euphony?

  • A. Cacophony
  • B. pithy
  • C. Salophony
  • D. Pitching

Explanation: Euphony means a pleasant or harmonious sound, while cacophony means a harsh or unpleasant mixture of sounds. The remaining options are not its opposites.

Correct answer: Cacophony

955. Antonym of Selfish is _____________?

  • A. Helpful
  • B. Altruistic
  • C. Egocentric
  • D. Acquisitive

Explanation: Selfish describes someone concerned mainly with personal interests, whereas altruistic describes concern for the welfare of others. “Egocentric” and “acquisitive” are related to selfishness, not its opposite.

Correct answer: Altruistic

956. Antonym of Torture is__________?

  • A. Third Degree
  • B. Twinge
  • C. Peace
  • D. Stick

Explanation: Among the choices, peace is the only condition opposed to torture and violence. “Twinge” is a brief sharp pain, while “third degree” and “stick” are associated with torture.

Correct answer: Peace

957. Antonym of PATHOLOGICAL is___________?

  • A. Healthy
  • B. diseased
  • C. morbid
  • D. None of these

Explanation: Pathological means diseased or unhealthy, so its opposite is healthy. Diseased and morbid are related meanings of pathological, not antonyms.

Correct answer: Healthy

958. Which one of the following is antonym of " Apocryphal " while others are synonyms?

  • A. Genuine
  • B. Mythical
  • C. Obscure
  • D. Unsubstantiated

Explanation: “Apocryphal” describes a story that is doubtful, legendary, or not historically verified. “Genuine” means real and authentic, making it the antonym; the remaining choices suggest doubtful or unclear information.

Correct answer: Genuine

959. Which one of the following is antonym of " Prosaic " while others are synonyms?

  • A. Pedestrian
  • B. Prosy
  • C. Tedious
  • D. Interesting

Explanation: “Prosaic” means ordinary, dull, or lacking imagination, while “interesting” describes something engaging or stimulating. The other options reinforce the sense of dullness or plainness.

Correct answer: Interesting

960. Which one of the following is antonym of " Raucous" while others are synonyms?

  • A. Hoarse
  • B. Subdued
  • C. Strident
  • D. Discordant

Explanation: “Raucous” refers to a harsh, loud, and unpleasant sound. “Subdued” means quiet or restrained, whereas hoarse, strident, and discordant can describe harsh sounds.

Correct answer: Subdued