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Polemical
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Polemical"
refers to something that is strongly critical or argumentative. The opposite
would be "conciliatory," meaning intended to placate or reconcile,
bringing peace rather than conflict.
Opposite
words: Amiable, Cordial, Conciliatory, Gracious, Compliant.
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Palliate
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Palliate"
means to alleviate or ease symptoms without curing the cause. The opposite is
"aggravate," which means to make a situation worse or intensify it.
Opposite words: Worsen, Intensify, Exacerbate, Compound, Magnify, Amplify, Augment.
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Pride
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Pride"
refers to a high sense of personal worth or dignity. The opposite would be
"submission," which refers to yielding or giving in, often out of
humility.
Opposite
words: Disgrace, Odium, Opprobrium, Stigma, Slur.
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Loquacious
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Loquacious"
describes someone who talks a lot. The opposite is "taciturn,"
meaning reserved, silent, or reluctant to speak.
Opposite
words: Laconic, Taciturn, Reticent, Quiet.
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Hilarious
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Hilarious"
refers to something extremely funny or causing great laughter. The opposite is
"despondent," meaning feeling downhearted, hopeless, or in a state of
sadness.
Opposite
words: Serious, Somber, Solemn, Poignant, Sober, Lachrymose.
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Arrhythmic
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Arrhythmic"
means without rhythm or irregular in pattern. The opposite is
"regularity," which refers to consistency or the state of occurring
in a predictable and rhythmic manner.
Opposite words: Uniform, Rhythmical, Musical, Regular.
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Acrimonious
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Acrimonious"
refers to a harsh or bitter attitude, often involving angry disputes. The
opposite is "amicable," which means friendly, good-natured, and
characterized by a spirit of kindness.
Opposite
words: Mild, Warm, Sympathetic.
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Tranquil
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Tranquil"
means calm, peaceful, and free from disturbance. The opposite would be
"agitated," which refers to being disturbed, upset, or in a state of
excitement or unrest.
Opposite words: Noisy, Agitated, Raucous, Tempestuous, Perturbed, Distressed.
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Bona-Fide
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Bona-fide"
refers to something that is genuine or real. The opposite would be "counterfeit,"
meaning fake or fraudulent.
Opposite words: Artificial, Counterfeit, Fake, Synthetic, Spurious, Bogus, Sham.
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Dispute
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
"Dispute"
refers to a disagreement or argument. The opposite would be "accept,"
meaning to agree with or acknowledge something.
Opposite words: Agreement, Accord, Compliance, Embrace, Accept.
