Question

    SCANTY Directions : Each of the following five items consists of a word in capital letters, followed by four words or groups of words. Select the word or group of words that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.
    A Arrogant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Plentiful Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Painful Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Handsome Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Option (b) is the correct answer. ‘Scanty’ means ‘small or insufficient in quantity or amount.’, the opposite for this is ‘plentiful’ which means ‘existing in or yielding great quantities; abundant.’ ‘ Arrogant’ means having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities. ‘Painful’ means (of a part of the body) affected with pain. ‘Handsome’ means (of a number, sum of money, or margin) substantial or (of a man) good-looking.

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