Choose the most appropriate antonym of the given word:
ECCENTRIC
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Conventional
Eccentric means strange or unusual in behaviour or habits. Its antonym is conventional. Example: Our eccentric neighbour takes his pet goat for a walk on a leash every evening.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Odd | strange or unusual (a synonym of eccentric) | It was odd that the dog did not bark at the stranger. |
| (2) Anxious | worried and nervous | Riya was anxious before her board results. |
| (3) Conventional (answer) | following the usual, accepted way of doing things (opposite of eccentric) | Meera chose a conventional red saree for her wedding. |
| (4) Talkative | fond of talking a lot | Our talkative driver told us stories all the way to Shimla. |
| Synonyms of eccentric: odd, strange, quirky, peculiar Antonyms of eccentric: conventional, normal, ordinary, orthodox |