Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Choose the word that describes the best antonym (opposite) of the following words.
Sinister

Options:

Malevolent

Sinful

Auspicious

Right

Correct Answer:

Auspicious

Explanation:

The best antonym for sinister is auspicious.

  • Sinister means having a threatening or evil appearance or character.
  • Auspicious means giving good omens or favorable indications; lucky.

The other options are not opposites of sinister.

  • Malevolent means having or showing a wish to do evil to others.
  • Sinful means wicked or immoral.
  • Right means morally good or justifiable.