Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Choose the correct antonym of the underlined word in the following sentence:

Nature provides us with moments of sublime pleasures.

Options:

lofty

exalted

mundane

fleeting

Correct Answer:

mundane

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → mundane

Sublime means of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe. Mundane means lacking interest or excitement; dull.

 

  • Option 1 – lofty: Similar in meaning to sublime (high or noble).

  • Option 2 – exalted: Also similar, meaning elevated or noble.

  • Option 3 – mundane: Means ordinary, dull, or lacking excitement — the correct antonym of sublime.

  • Option 4 – fleeting: Means short-lived; not opposite in meaning to sublime.