Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Identify the word that is opposite in meaning to the word: SAGACIOUS.

Options:

Impious

Repugnant

Imprudent

Perceptive

Correct Answer:

Imprudent

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Imprudent

  • Sagacious (Adjective) means having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment; wise or shrewd.

  • Imprudent (Adjective) means not showing care for the consequences of an action; rash or unwise. This is the direct opposite of being wise and showing good judgment.

Other Options

  • Perceptive (Adjective): Having or showing sensitive insight. This is a synonym of sagacious.

  • Impious (Adjective): Showing a lack of respect for God or religion. (Unrelated to wisdom/judgment.)

  • Repugnant (Adjective): Extremely distasteful or unacceptable. (Unrelated to wisdom/judgment.)