Worksheet on Antonyms for Class 10

Choose the option which is an antonym of the highlighted words:

1. She walked on the ramp with a swagger.

a) docility
b) mutiny
c) penury
d) atrocity

Answer: a)

2. Daniel wanted to set an example for his posterity.

a) precursor
b) offspring
c) progeny
d) spawn

Answer: a)

3. The sudden revelation stunned Ria for a moment and it took several minutes for her to regain her composure.

a) designated
b) rumination
c) dexterity
d) concealment

Answer: d)

4. Fearing retribution, many employees were hesitant to report workplace misconduct, as they worried about potential negative consequences for speaking out against their superiors.

a) exculpation
b) reverberation
c) retardation
d) vengeance

Answer: a)

5. The security guard was upbraided for neglect of duty.

a) disapproved
b) reproached
c) chided
d) applauded

Answer: d)

6. He left no stone unturned to succour the accident survivor.

a) stringent
b) repudiate
c) expatriate
d) praised

Answer: d)

7. Eva’s valuable suggestions proved valuable for the school soccer team.

a) loquacious
b) taciturn
c) expedite
d) expedient

Answer: b)

8. Della is trained to think quickly about viable alternatives in times of adversity.

a) emotional
b) feasible
c) sentimental
d) lopsided

Answer: b)

9. Rex trudged the last two floors on the staircase to the way back home.

a) stumbled
b) stomped
c) lurched
d) treaded

Answer: d)

10. The verdant ambience of the garden uplifted her mood.

a) deserted
b) sacred
c) lavish
d) sophisticated

Answer: a)

11. The incessant rain caused floods in the low-lying areas.

a) brief
b) scanty
c) limited
d) sporadic 

Answer: d)

12. The speaker delivered a convoluted speech, leaving the audience bewildered.

a) clear
b) straightforward
c) concise
d) eloquent 

Answer: a)

13. Choose the correct antonym of the highlighted word in the sentence: 

In an attempt to quell unrest among the soldiers, the commander authorized an increase in leave days for all military personnel. (CREST 2022-23)

a) agitate 
b) calm 
c) flutter 
d) cajole

Answer: a)

14. The king lived in an opulent palace, adorned with gold and jewels.

a) thrifty
b) simple
c) modest
d) unassuming 

Answer: c)

15. The erudite professor shared his vast knowledge with his eager students.

a) uninformed
b) uneducated
c) naive
d) ignorant

Answer: a)

16. The mayor advocated for a frugal lifestyle to conserve resources.

a) wasteful
b) lavish
c) extravagant
d) excessive 

Answer: c)

17. Choose the antonym for the word in quotes:

'Modesty' is a virtue, but it must not be allowed to be exploited. (CREST 2023-24)

a) reserve 
b) boldness
c) mildness 
d) humility

Answer: b)

18. The audience found the comedian's repertoire of jokes to be trite and unoriginal.

a) fresh
b) innovative
c) novel
d) witty 

Answer: a)

19. The teacher encouraged her students to be audacious and take risks.

a) wary
b) timid
c) cautious
d) apprehensive 

Answer: c)

20. The bustling marketplace was overflowing with people and vendors.

a) deserted
b) tranquil
c) serene
d) peaceful 

Answer: a)

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