Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the given sentence:
Amma warned us that the new vegetable knife was very sharp, so we cut the onions slowly.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Blunt
In the given sentence, sharp means having a thin edge or fine point that cuts easily. Its antonym is blunt. Example: Papa used a sharp blade to cut the mango into neat slices.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Blunt (answer) | having an edge or point that is not sharp, so it does not cut well (opposite of sharp) | The blunt pencil made thick, smudgy lines on my drawing. |
| (2) Pointed | having a thin, sharp end or tip (a synonym of sharp) | The pointed tip of the compass pricked my finger. |
| (3) Heavy | weighing a lot and hard to lift | The heavy school bag hurt Rohan’s shoulders. |
| (4) Shiny | bright because it reflects light | Dadi polished the brass lamp until it was shiny. |
| Synonyms of sharp: pointed, keen, razor-sharp Antonyms of sharp: blunt, dull, unsharpened |