Question

Find the word whose meaning is OPPOSITE to the underlined word in the sentence:

The teacher appreciated the diligent student.

• A. Hardworking
• B. Intelligent
• C. Lazy
• D. Bright

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Lazy

• The underlined word "diligent" means hardworking, attentive, and persistent.

• We need to find its opposite (antonym):

  • a) Hardworking – Synonymous with diligent, so incorrect.

  • b) Intelligent – Related to smartness, not the opposite of diligent, so incorrect.

  • c) Lazy – Means not hardworking, lacking effort, which is the correct antonym. ✅

  • d) Bright – Means intelligent or smart, not the opposite of diligent, so incorrect.