Question

Choose the word/phrase which is opposite in meaning to the bold word/phrase in the sentence.
Relation teaches us not to run after the transient pleasure of the world.

• A. permanent
• B. snful
• C. unnatural
• D. joyful

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

permanent

The word 'transient' refers to something lasting only for a short time.
Option A, permanent refers to remaining unchanged indefinitely.
Option B, sinful refers to something immoral and corrupt.
Option C, unnatural refers to something contrary to what is seen as normal, conventional or acceptable.
Option D, joyful refers to feeling, expressing or causing great pleasure and happiness.
Thus, according to the meaning, the word 'permanent' is the opposite of the word 'transient'.