Choose the correct synonym of the following word from the given options:
ABOMINABLE
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Repugnant
- Abominable means very bad or unpleasant, causing disgust and hatred. It comes from the Latin abominari (to shun as a bad omen).
Example: The prisoners were kept in abominable conditions. - Repugnant means extremely unpleasant, causing strong dislike or disgust. Both words describe something that fills one with disgust, so repugnant is the synonym.
Example: Cruelty to animals is repugnant to most people.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 1: Pleasant — Incorrect. Pleasant means enjoyable and agreeable; it is the opposite of abominable.
Example: We had a pleasant evening by the lake.
Option 2: Evident — Incorrect. Evident means easy to see or understand; obvious.
Example: Her joy was evident from her smile.
Option 4: Affectionate — Incorrect. Affectionate means showing love and fondness.
Example: The affectionate puppy licked the child's hand.
| Synonyms (Abominable) | Antonyms (Abominable) |
|---|---|
| repugnant | pleasant |
| detestable | delightful |
| loathsome | admirable |
| hateful | lovely |
The following words have also been asked in other CUET (UG) English papers:
| Word | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| abominable | – | – | – | 30-05 S1 | – |
| repugnant | – | 16-05 S1 26-05 S1 | – | – | – |