The English sections of the NDA, CDS, and AFCAT exams often feature questions on antonyms, a vital part of vocabulary. Mastery of antonyms not only tests a candidate’s knowledge of words but also their ability to discern subtle differences in meaning. Questions on antonyms are designed to assess a candidate’s understanding of word meanings in various contexts, which directly reflects their language proficiency.
Why Antonyms Are Crucial
- Vocabulary Expansion: Learning antonyms enhances vocabulary, which is essential for understanding complex texts, both in exams and real-life communication.
- Contextual Understanding: In these exams, questions on antonyms often appear in context, so knowing how words change meaning based on their usage is crucial.
- Improves Reading Skills: A strong grasp of antonyms helps in quick comprehension during reading, aiding in solving comprehension-based questions effectively.
- Direct Exam Questions: Many exam papers include direct questions asking for the antonym of a given word. A broad vocabulary ensures accuracy and speed in answering such questions.
Preparation Strategy
To effectively prepare for antonyms questions, candidates must:
- Regularly Learn New Words: Expanding vocabulary with a focus on opposites will provide a solid foundation.
- Practice Contextual Usage: Understanding how antonyms are used in sentences is key to answering exam questions correctly.
- Solve MCQs: Practicing multiple-choice questions on antonyms from previous years’ papers will familiarize candidates with the exam pattern.
In Antonyms Class 2, I conducted an MCQ session where candidates solved important questions from the topic of antonyms. This practice allowed students to reinforce their knowledge of antonyms and improve their speed and accuracy in answering these types of questions.
Directions: In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the opposite meaning of the given word.
Q) Propensity
(A) Relentless
(B) Stagnation
(C) Forecast
(D) Disinclination
Ans. (D)
Q) Encomium
(A) Hyper-criticism
(B) Diffidence
(C) Unethical
(D) Meager
Ans. (A)
Q) Petulant
(A) Calm
(B) Industrious
(C) Scrupulous
(D) Fearless
Ans. (A)
Q) Laconic
(A) Livid
(B) Erudite
(C) Talkative
(D) Uncivilized
Ans. (C)
Q) Exodus
(A) Restoration
(B) Homecoming
(C) Return
(D) Influx
Ans. (D)
For more questions, check out NDA-CDS-AFCAT 1 2025 Exam English Live – Antonyms – Class 2
Antonyms play a crucial role in scoring well in the English sections of NDA, CDS, and AFCAT 1 2025 exams, as they assess both vocabulary and comprehension skills. Therefore, regular practice and expanding vocabulary will help candidates tackle these questions confidently and effectively.
