Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

SUSTENANCE

Options:

refreshment

livelihood

starvation

nourishment

Correct Answer:

starvation

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 3. starvation

The most appropriate antonym of the word sustenance is starvation.

  • Sustenance means "the means of supporting life; nourishment."
  • Refreshment means "something that refreshes or invigorates."
  • Livelihood means "the means of supporting oneself and one's family."
  • Starvation means "the state of being severely hungry."
  • Nourishment means "the process of providing someone with the food or other substances they need to live and grow."