Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.

CONTIGUOUS

Options:

contactual

separated

neighbouring

adjoining

Correct Answer:

separated

Explanation:

The most appropriate antonym of the word contiguous is separated.

  • Contiguous means "touching or next to something."
  • Separated means "not touching or next to something."

The other words do not have the opposite meaning of "contiguous."

  • Contractual means "relating to or based on a contract."
  • Neighbouring means "situated near or next to something."
  • Adjoining means "next to or adjoining."