Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Choose the Antonym of the word "bluntness' from the options given below:

Options:

Acuteness

Sharpness

Baseless

Tasteless

Correct Answer:

Sharpness

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Sharpness

"Bluntness" refers to lacking sharpness or being dull, while "sharpness" refers to having a keen edge or being acute, making it the antonym in this context.

Certainly! Let's break down the options and analyze their relevance as potential antonyms of the word "bluntness":

Option 1: Acuteness
- "Acuteness" refers to having a sharp or keen perception or intellect. It doesn't directly contrast with "bluntness" in terms of sharpness or dullness but rather refers to a different aspect of sharpness related to perception or intellect. Therefore, it's not the correct antonym.

Option 3: Baseless
- "Baseless" means lacking a basis in fact or justification. It doesn't relate to the concept of sharpness or dullness, so it's not the correct antonym for "bluntness."

Option 4: Tasteless
- "Tasteless" refers to lacking flavor or being unpalatable. It doesn't directly relate to the concept of sharpness or dullness, so it's not the correct antonym for "bluntness."