Select the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.
The rampant use of fossil fuels will lead to devastating consequences for the environment.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → restrained
Rampant means spreading or happening without control, usually something bad. The sentence warns about the uncontrolled use of fossil fuels. Its antonym is restrained.
Example: Rampant corruption slowed down the project.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) unchecked | not controlled or stopped (a synonym of rampant) | Unchecked growth of weeds ruined the garden. |
| (2) restrained (answer) | kept under control, moderate (uncontrolled and controlled are opposites) | The fans gave a restrained cheer in the quiet hall. |
| (3) widespread | found over a large area or among many people (close to rampant) | The rain caused widespread damage. |
| (4) inordinate | much more than is reasonable (again on the same side as rampant) | He spends an inordinate amount of time on games. |
| Synonyms of rampant: unchecked, widespread, uncontrolled, rife Antonyms of rampant: restrained, controlled, checked, limited Also asked in CUET (UG): rampant – 31-05-2026 Slot 2, 21-08-2022 Slot 1 |