Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

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

Ignominy

Options:

Esteem

Disrepute

Stigma

Infamy

Correct Answer:

Esteem

Explanation:

The word that is opposite in meaning to the given word ignominy is esteem.

  • Ignominy means "public shame and disgrace; a loss of honour."
  • Esteem means "high regard or respect."

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

  • Disrepute means "a bad reputation or public opinion."
  • Stigma means "a mark of disgrace or discredit."
  • Infamy means "extreme public disgrace or shame."