Select the antonym of the word Assent.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Dissent
Assent means agreement or approval, often given formally. Its antonym is dissent. Example: The principal gave her assent to the class trip to Agra.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Agreement | having the same opinion, or saying yes to a plan (a synonym of assent) | After a long talk, both brothers came to an agreement about the shop. |
| (2) Dissent (answer) | disagreement with an idea, plan or decision (opposite of assent) | Two members of the society voiced their dissent over the new parking rules. |
| (3) Delay | a period of time by which something is late | Heavy fog caused a three-hour delay in our train. |
| (4) Request | the act of politely asking for something | The library accepted our request for more Hindi storybooks. |
| Synonyms of assent: agreement, approval, consent, acceptance Antonyms of assent: dissent, refusal, objection, disapproval |