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
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AUnpleasant
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BDangerous
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CFriendly
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DStrange
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