Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the given word.
ANTIQUE
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → New
Antique means very old and valued because of its age. Its antonym is new. Example: Nanaji keeps an antique clock in the drawing room.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Historic | important in history (such things are usually old too, so it is close to antique, not its opposite) | We visited the historic Red Fort on our school trip. |
| (2) Traditional | following customs that have lasted a long time (it also points to the past, so it is not the opposite of antique) | Asha wore a traditional saree for Diwali. |
| (3) Aged | very old (a synonym of antique) | The aged banyan tree gives shade to the whole village square. |
| (4) New (answer) | made or bought only a short time ago (opposite of antique) | Priya wore her new shoes to the wedding. |
| Synonyms of antique: aged, old, ancient, vintage Antonyms of antique: new, modern, recent, latest |