Match the words given in LIST-I with their antonyms given in LIST-II
| LIST-I Word | LIST-II Antonym | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| A. | Palpable | I. | Pleasing |
| B. | Peevish | II. | Dubious |
| C. | Plumb | III. | Intangible |
| D. | Propitious | IV. | Unfavourable |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → A - III, B - I, C - II, D - IV
| List-I | List-II | Explanation | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| (A) Palpable | (III) Intangible | Palpable means so real or strong that it can be touched or felt. Intangible means that cannot be touched. The two are antonyms. | There was a palpable tension in the examination hall. |
| (B) Peevish | (I) Pleasing | Peevish means easily annoyed and complaining. Pleasing means agreeable, giving pleasure. The two are antonyms. | The child grew peevish when he was hungry. |
| (C) Plumb | (II) Dubious | Plumb (adjective) means perfectly vertical, true and precise. Dubious means doubtful, not to be relied upon. | The mason checked that the wall was plumb. |
| (D) Propitious | (IV) Unfavourable | Propitious means favourable, giving a good chance of success. Unfavourable is its opposite. | The clear sky was a propitious sign for the rocket launch. |
Note: "Plumb" and "dubious" are not a standard pair of antonyms: "plumb" means perfectly vertical or precise, and "dubious" means doubtful. Pair (C)-(II) fits only by elimination; (A), (B) and (D) fix the answer as Option (4).
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