Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the given word.

Abstinence

Options:

Gluttony

Celibacy

Continence

Control

Correct Answer:

Gluttony

Explanation:

The word that is opposite in meaning to the given word abstinence is gluttony.

  • Abstinence means "the act or practice of abstaining from something, especially from food, drink, or sexual activity."
  • Gluttony means "the habit or practice of eating or drinking too much, especially of rich or sweet food."

The other words do not have the opposite meaning of abstinence.

  • Celibacy means "the state of abstaining from sexual relations."
  • Continence means "the ability to control one's emotions or desires."
  • Control means "the power to influence or direct the behavior of others or the course of events."