Antonyms — Identify the option that is most nearly opposite in meaning to ‘‘ALIEN’’ (foreign/strange vs. native/indigenous).

Verbal Ability Antonyms Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
  • A
    Native
  • B
    Domiciled
  • C
    Natural
  • D
    Resident

Answer

Correct Answer: Native

Explanation

Given data

  • Adjective/Noun: ALIEN = foreign; belonging to another place
  • Options: Native; Domiciled; Natural; Resident

Concept/ApproachThe true antonym of ‘‘alien’’ (foreign) is ‘‘native’’ (belonging to or originating in a place).

Step-by-step reasoningAlien (foreign) ↔ Native (indigenous/locally born).‘‘Domiciled’’ or ‘‘Resident’’ indicate place of residence, not origin; ‘‘Natural’’ is unrelated here.

Verification/AlternativeLegal and common usage: ‘‘alien vs. native citizen’’ in nationality contexts.

Common pitfallsConfusing residence (domicile) with origin (native).

Final AnswerNative

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