Robert Bosch Antonyms Quiz 2

Correct answer: introverted

Explanation: Gregarious means fond of the company of others; sociable. · living in flocks or herds, as animals. · pertaining to a flock or crowd.

Introverted: This option is the correct antonym as it signifies a preference for solitude, opposing the sociable

Meaning of other words:

Extroverted- refers to those who enjoy being around other people

Gregable- means capable of being graded

Correct answer: certain

Explanation: Ambivalent means having or showing a mixture of feelings or opinions about something or somebody.

Certain: This option is the correct antonym as it signifies a lack of doubt or hesitation, opposing the mixed or conflicting feelings associated with being ambivalent.

Meaning of other words:

Conflicted - means to disagree with or be different from somebody/something

Indifferent- means not interested in or caring about somebody/something

Unwavering- means not changing or becoming weaker

 

Correct answer: Hierarchical

Explanation: Egalitarian means  following the principle that everyone should have equal rights.

Hierarchical: This option is the correct antonym as it signifies a system or structure with levels of authority and unequal distribution of power

Meaning of other words:

Exclusive- means not to be shared

Elitist- means  a person who is or regards himself or herself as a member of a socially elite group.

Democratic- means having or supporting equal rights for all people

 

Explanation: Exacerbate means to make something worse, especially a disease or problem

Alleviate: This option is the correct antonym as it signifies the act of reducing or relieving the severity or intensity, opposing the exacerbation or worsening associated with Exacerbate.

Meaning of other words:

Escalate, Aggravate, Intensify means make (a problem, injury, or offence) worse or more serious.

Correct answer: Conspicuous

Explanation: Conspicuous means easily visible while obscured means not visible.

Meaning of other words:

Patent, Manifest and Visible that can be seen clearly.

 

Correct answer: esteem

Explanation:  Stigma means having unfair or ill feelings towards something. While esteem means having high respect.

Meaning of other words:

While odium means having ill feelings for someone. And reproach and blame mean holding someone accountable for any wrongdoings

Correct answer: foolish

Explanation:. Sagacious refers to someone who is wise, discerning, and shows good judgment.

Foolish represents the opposite, indicating a lack of wisdom or good judgment.

Meaning of other words:

Inept -describes someone who lacks skill, competence, or effectiveness in a particular area.

Ignorant- refers to a lack of knowledge or awareness.

Correct answer: meticulous

Explanation:  Meticulous refers to being extremely careful, thorough, and precise in one's work or actions.

Therefore the antonym will be Careless which means the opposite, indicating a lack of attention to detail or a disregard for precision.

Meaning of other words:

Inattentive and sloppy means to do something that is done or presented in a messy, careless, or haphazard manner.

 

Correct answer: Released

Explanation: Grasping means to seize or hold on to something eagerly. Therefore, the antonym will be ‘released’ which means allow something to move, act, or flow freely..

Meaning of other words:

Covetous- means to want something with a strong desire.

Rapacious- means to hold something too eagerly.

Correct answer: indifference

Explanation: Empathy refers to the ability to understand and share the feelings of others, to be compassionate and sensitive.

Therefore the antonym will be Indifference which means  the opposite, indicating a lack of concern or interest in the emotions or experiences of others.

Meaning of other words:

Apathy- lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern

Detachment-  separated or disconnected.