Question

Choose the word which means the opposite of the italicized word:
His interpretation of the poem is superficial.

• A. mystical
• B. profound
• C. difficult
• D. mysterious

Answer 1

The correct option is B profound

Option B: 'Superficial' means 'not thorough or deep'.

'Profound' means 'demanding deep study or thought'.

Hence 'profound' means the opposite of the italicized word 'superficial' and option B is correct.

Option A: 'Mystical' relates to 'ancient religious mysteries and other occult rites'.

Option C: 'Difficult' means 'needing much effort or skill to accomplish'.

Option D: 'Mysterious' means 'difficult or impossible to understand or explain'.

These words do not mean the opposite of 'superficial'. Hence options A, C and D are wrong.