Choose the most appropriate antonym of the given word:
PROFICIENT
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Incompetent
Proficient means very good at something because of training and practice. Its antonym is incompetent. Example: Anjali is proficient in three languages and often translates for her neighbours.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Incompetent (answer) | not having the skill to do something properly (opposite of proficient) | The incompetent plumber left the tap leaking worse than before. |
| (2) Skilled | having the training and ability to do a job well (a synonym of proficient) | A skilled carpenter made our new bookshelf in two days. |
| (3) Hesitant | slow to act or speak because one is unsure | Rohan was hesitant to ask a question in front of the whole class. |
| (4) Arrogant | proud and thinking oneself better than others | The arrogant captain never listened to his teammates. |
| Synonyms of proficient: skilled, expert, capable, accomplished Antonyms of proficient: incompetent, unskilled, inept, inexperienced |