wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Choose the opposite meaning of the underlined word.
Adversity teaches man to be humble and self-reliant.

A
Sincerity
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
B
Animosity
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
Curiosity
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
Prosperity
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is A Sincerity
The word 'adversity' refers to a difficult or unpleasant situation.
Option A, sincerity refers to the absence of pretence, deceit or hypocrisy.
Option B, animosity refers to strong hostility.
Option C, curiosity refers to a strong desire to know or learn something.
Option D, .prosperity refers to the state of being wealthy and affluent.
Thus, according to the meaning, the word 'sincerity' is the opposite of the word 'adversity'.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Challenges to Civic Consciousness
CIVICS
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon