Correct answer: D. Boring (उबाऊ / नीरस)
Explanation:
Fascinating (मनोरम/दिलचस्प) means something that captures your attention and is very interesting. Its antonym would be something that is dull and uninteresting, which is “boring.”
Example: “The documentary about space was fascinating.”
Boring (उबाऊ): Not interesting; tedious.
Direct Opposition:
Fascinating = Highly interesting.
Boring = Lacking interest.
Example: “While the science lecture was fascinating, the grammar lesson was boring.”

Why other options are incorrect:
A. Clever (चालाक) refers to being quick-witted or intelligent, which is unrelated to the concept of being fascinating.
Example: “Her clever solution saved time.”
B. Uniform (एकसमान) means consistent or the same, which doesn’t have a direct opposition to fascinating.
Example: “Students wear uniform clothes.”
C. Charming (मनमोहक) means delightful or attractive, which is similar to fascinating, not its opposite.
Example: “His charming smile won everyone.”

Correct answer: D. Disjoin (अलग करना)
Correct answer: D. Disjoin (अलग करना)
Explanation:
Adhere (चिपकना/पालन करना) means to stick or stay attached to something, either physically or metaphorically. Its antonym would be “disjoin,” which means to separate or disconnect.
Example: “The tape must adhere to the surface for a strong bond.”
Direct Opposition:
Adhere = To stick/connect.
Disjoin = To separate/disconnect.
Example: “While glue makes materials adhere, scissors can disjoin them.”

Why other options are incorrect:
B. Comply (पालन करना) means to follow or obey, which is not the opposite of adhering or sticking to something.
Example: “All students must comply with the rules.”
C. Condemn (निंदा करना) means to express disapproval or criticism, which doesn’t relate to adhering or sticking.
Example: “The court condemned his actions.”

Correct answer: B. Fictitious (काल्पनिक)
Explanation:
Authentic (प्रामाणिक/वास्तविक) means something that is genuine, real, or true. Its antonym would be “fictitious,” which refers to something made up or not real.
Example: “The museum displayed an authentic dinosaur fossil.”
Fictitious (काल्पनिक): Not real; invented or imaginary.
Direct Opposition:
Authentic = Genuine/real.
Fictitious = Imaginary/fake.
Example: “While the signature was authentic, the story was fictitious.”

Why other options are incorrect:
A. Credible (विश्वसनीय) means something that is believable or trustworthy, which is not the opposite of authentic.
Example: “She gave a credible explanation.”
D. Unreal (अवास्तविक) refers to something that is not real, but “fictitious” is a stronger opposite for “authentic.”
Example: “The special effects looked unreal.”

Correct Answer: B) Restrict (प्रतिबंधित करना)
Explanation:
Meaning of “Assist” (सहायता करना): To help or support someone in doing something.
Example: “The nurse will assist the doctor during the surgery.”
Restrict (प्रतिबंधित करना): To limit or prevent someone from doing something.
Direct Opposition:
Assist = To enable/help.
Restrict = To hinder/limit.
Example: “While the new software assists productivity, strict rules restrict creativity.”
Why Other Options Are Incorrect?
A) Acquire (प्राप्त करना) – Means to obtain (unrelated to helping).
Example: “She acquired a new skill.”
C) Injure (चोट पहुँचाना) – Means to harm physically (not direct opposite).
Example: “The accident injured three people.”
E) Facilitate (सुविधाजनक बनाना) – Synonym of assist (to make easier).
Example: “The guide facilitated our tour.”

Correct answer: C. Little (छोटा / नगण्य)
Explanation:
Massive (विशाल / भारी) means something that is large, heavy, or substantial. Its antonym would be “little,” which means small in size or amount.
Why other options are incorrect:
A. Lump sum (एकमुश्त राशि) refers to a single large amount of money, but it doesn’t directly oppose “massive” in terms of size.
B. Strong (मजबूत) means powerful or robust, which doesn’t contrast with “massive.”
D. Gaping (खुला हुआ) means something wide open, which does not serve as the opposite of massive.
E. Huge (विशाल) is a synonym of “massive,” not its opposite.

Correct answer: D. ‘reckless’ (लापरवाह / अविवेकी)
Explanation:
The meaning of the word ‘cautious’ (सतर्क / सावधान) is “careful to avoid potential problems or dangers”.
E.g. He is a cautious driver.
The meaning of the word ‘reckless’ is its direct opposite, meaning acting without thinking or caring about risks.
E.g. He showed a reckless disregard for his own safety.
From the meanings and examples that are given above, it is clear that ‘reckless’ is the correct antonym of the given word.
Why other options are incorrect:
Considerate (विचारशील) careful not to inconvenience or harm others.
Eg- She was unfailingly kind and considerate.
Noble (उदार / महान) having or showing fine personal qualities or high moral principles.
Eg – The promotion of human rights was a noble aspiration.
Proper (उचित) denoting something that is truly what it is said or regarded to be
Eg – She’s never had a proper job.

Correct answer: D. Incarceration (कारावास / कैद)
Explanation:
Liberty (स्वतंत्रता / आज़ादी) means freedom or the state of being free. Its antonym would be “incarceration,” which refers to imprisonment or the state of being confined, directly opposing the concept of freedom.
Why other options are incorrect:
A. Refusal (इनकार) means the act of rejecting something, which is not the opposite of liberty.
B. Dependence (निर्भरता) refers to relying on someone or something, but it’s not the opposite of liberty, which focuses on freedom.
C. Autarchy (स्वावलंबन means self-sufficiency or independence, which is somewhat related to liberty but not its opposite.

Correct Answer: C. Easternize (पूर्वीकरण)
Explanation:
The word “Occidentalize” (पश्चिमीकरण करना) means to make something or someone adopt or conform to the Western culture or ways. It refers to Westernization, which is the process of adopting Western culture, ideas, and standards. The opposite of this would be to make something or someone adopt or conform to Eastern culture and traditions. This is what “Easternize” means.
A. Modernize (आधुनिकीकरण) – To modernize means to update or make something more modern, but it is not specifically the opposite of “Occidentalize” as it doesn’t necessarily refer to a shift towards Eastern culture.
B. Westernize (पश्चिमीकरण) – Westernize is the same as Occidentalize. It refers to adopting Western values and culture, so it’s not the antonym of Occidentalize.
C. Easternize (पूर्वीकरण) – Easternize refers to the process of adopting Eastern cultural norms, which is the direct opposite of Occidentalize.
D. Globalize (वैश्वीकरण) – Globalize refers to making something global or worldwide, which is unrelated to the cultural aspect of either Occidentalize or Easternize.

Correct answer: C. Advantage (फायदा / लाभ)
Explanation:
A “stumbling block” (बाधा / रुकावट) refers to an obstacle or hindrance that impedes progress. The opposite would be “advantage,” which refers to a condition or factor that gives someone a better chance of success.
Example: “Language barriers became a stumbling block in the negotiations.”
Advantage (फायदा): A condition giving greater opportunity or benefit.
Direct Opposition:
Stumbling Block = Hindrance.
Advantage = Benefit.
Example: “While lack of funding was a stumbling block, their strong team became an advantage.”

Why other options are incorrect:
A. Argument (तर्क) refers to a disagreement or dispute, which is not the opposite of an obstacle.
Example: “Their argument delayed the decision.”
B. Frustration (निराशा) is a feeling of annoyance or being upset, which doesn’t directly oppose a stumbling block.
Example: “The delays caused frustration.”
D. Hurdle (बाधा) also means an obstacle or difficulty, which is synonymous with “stumbling block,” not its opposite.
Example: “Legal issues were another hurdle.”
E. Fallout (अप्रिय परिणाम) refers to the consequences or results of an event, which doesn’t relate to the opposite of a stumbling block.
Example: “The scandal had political fallout.”

Correct answer: Uniformity (एकरूपता)
Explanation:
Zonation (क्षेत्रीकरण) means dividing an area into distinct zones (e.g., ecological zones, urban planning).
Uniformity (एकरूपता) is its perfect antonym, implying no divisions or consistent sameness across an area.
Example:
• Zonation: A forest divided into conservation zones.
• Uniformity: A vast desert with no subdivisions.
Why other options are incorrect:
B. Fragmentation (विखंडन): Similar to zonation (breaking into parts).
Example: “The fragmentation of the empire led to smaller states.”
C. Mansion (हवेली): A large house (completely unrelated).
Example: “The billionaire owned a seaside mansion.”
D. Homogenization (समरूपीकरण): Making things uniform (process, not opposite).
Example: “The homogenization of culture erased local traditions.”