Question

In the following question, four words are given of which two words are synonyms and antonyms. Identify those two words which are nearly the same or opposite in meaning and indicate the correct letter combination.
A. swoop
B. perturb
C. plump
D. boil

• A. A-D
• B. A-C
• C. B-C
• D. B-D

Answer 1

The correct option is D B-D

A. Swoop - to move very easily and quickly through the air.

B. Perturb - to worry someone.

C. Plump - having a pleasantly soft, rounded body or shape.

D. Boil - to cause someone to be angry, or to heat a liquid.

Both 'Perturb' and 'Boil' are disturbed and negative conditions. They can be termed as synonymous. Thus option D is the correct answer. (B-D)