Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Select the word opposite in meaning to the highlighted word in the given sentence:-

He exercised vigorously to keep himself fit.

Options:

languorously

seriously

continuously

consistently

Correct Answer:

languorously

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → languorously

  • Vigorously (Adverb): In a way that involves physical strength, effort, or energy; energetically, forcefully.

  • Languorously (Adverb): In a way that shows or involves pleasurable relaxation or lack of energy/effort; lazily, listlessly.

The opposite of exercising with great energy (vigorously) is exercising with a lack of energy or effort (languorously).

Why the Other Options Are Incorrect:

  • Seriously, continuously, and consistently all describe the manner or duration of the action, not the level of effort or energy put into it.