Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.

The concert sound was in cacophony with every instrument playing in synchronisation.

Options:

harmony

alimony

bedlam

euphony

Correct Answer:

harmony

Explanation:

The most appropriate antonym of the underlined word "cacophony" is harmony.

  • Cacophony means "a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds."
  • Harmony means "a pleasing combination of sounds."

The other words do not have the same meaning as harmony.

  • Alimony is a court-ordered payment from a husband to his ex-wife to support her after a divorce.
  • Bedlam is a state of noisy confusion or disorder.
  • Euphony means "a pleasing or beautiful sound."