Vocabulary—Antonyms MCQ (familiarity vs. novelty in standard English): Select the most appropriate antonym of ‘‘FAMILIAR’’ by considering known/accustomed versus new/unknown.

Verbal Ability Antonyms Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
  • A
    Unpleasant
  • B
    Dangerous
  • C
    Friendly
  • D
    Strange

Answer

Correct Answer: Strange

Explanation

Given data

  • Familiar: well known; easily recognized; accustomed.

Concept/ApproachOppose familiarity (known) with unfamiliarity (unknown/odd)—‘‘strange’’ captures that contrast.

Option analysisStrange: unfamiliar; unknown—direct antonym. ✔️Unpleasant/Dangerous: evaluation or risk, not familiarity. ❌Friendly: social attitude; not opposite of familiar. ❌

ExampleA familiar face ↔ a strange face.

Final AnswerStrange

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