Vocabulary—Antonyms MCQ: Identify the best antonym of ‘‘ADHERENT’’; contrast a supporter, follower, or advocate with an opposing side such as an enemy or opponent, framed for SEO-rich test practice.
Verbal Ability
Antonyms
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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ADetractor
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BEnemy
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CAlien
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DRival
Answer
Correct Answer: Enemy
Explanation
Given data
- Term: adherent = supporter, follower of a cause or leader.
- Options: Detractor, Enemy, Alien, Rival
Concept/ApproachThe opposite of a supporter is one who stands in opposition, often actively hostile.
Option analysisEnemy: an avowed opponent; directly opposite to a supporter. ✅Detractor: critic; close but not necessarily a direct adversary in all contexts. ❌Rival: competitor; may not always be opposed to a cause. ❌Alien: foreign; not semantically opposite to supporter. ❌
Common pitfallsChoosing detractor because it sounds opposite; critic is narrower than enemy and may still belong to the same group, whereas enemy clearly stands against.
Final AnswerEnemy