Match the words given in List-I with their antonyms given in List-II.
| List-I (Words) | List-II (Antonyms) |
|---|---|
| (A) Illicit | (I) Intensify |
| (B) Subside | (II) Weaken |
| (C) Frenzy | (III) Calm |
| (D) Consolidate | (IV) Lawful |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → (A)-(IV), (B)-(I), (C)-(III), (D)-(II)
| List-I | List-II | Explanation | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| (A) Illicit | (IV) Lawful | Illicit means not allowed by law. Lawful means allowed by law. They are antonyms. | The police seized illicit liquor from a godown near the highway. |
| (B) Subside | (I) Intensify | Subside means to become less strong or less violent. Intensify means to become stronger or more serious. They are antonyms. | We waited at the bus stand till the rain subsided. |
| (C) Frenzy | (III) Calm | Frenzy means a state of wild excitement or great activity. Calm means a peaceful and quiet state. They are antonyms. | The last day of the Diwali sale sent the shoppers into a frenzy. |
| (D) Consolidate | (II) Weaken | Consolidate means to make something stronger and more secure. Weaken means to make something less strong. They are antonyms. | The team consolidated its lead with two quick goals in the second half. |