Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word in the following sentence.

The managing  director produced cogent reasons for the change in HR policies.

Options:

Compelling

Unconvincing

Pertinent

unexpected

Correct Answer:

Unconvincing

Explanation:

The most appropriate antonym of the highlighted word cogent in the following sentence is unconvincing.

  • Cogent means clear, logical, and convincing.
  • Compelling means having the power to attract or persuade.
  • Unconvincing means not clear, logical, or convincing.
  • Pertinent means relevant or applicable to the matter at hand.
  • Unexpected means not expected or anticipated.