Question

Choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the italicized word:
Giving alms to the poor is considered holy.

• A. horrible
• B. obnoxious
• C. profane
• D. offensive

Answer 1

The correct option is C profane

Option C: 'Holy' refers to anything that is dedicated to God or a religious purpose.

'Profane' does not relate to anything that is sacred or religious.

As you can see, 'profane' means the opposite of 'holy' and hence option C is correct.

Option A: 'Horrible' means 'very unpleasant'.

Option B: 'Obnoxious' means 'extremely unpleasant'.

Option D: 'Offensive' means 'actively aggressive, attacking'.

These words do not mean the opposite of the italicized word 'holy'.

Hence options A, B and D are wrong.