Vocabulary—Antonyms MCQ: Determine the best antonym of ‘‘FLIMSY’’ by contrasting weakness, fragility, and poor construction with strength, solidity, and soundness.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Firm

Explanation:

Given data

  • Word: flimsy
  • Choices: Frail, Filthy, Firm, Flippant

Concept/Approach‘‘Flimsy’’ means weak, thin, or poorly made. The opposite describes sturdy and well-constructed quality.

Option-by-option analysisFrail: near-synonym of flimsy. ❌Filthy: about dirtiness, not strength. ❌Firm: solid, strong, stable—direct antonym. ✅Flippant: about tone/attitude, not material strength. ❌

ExampleA flimsy chair collapses; a firm chair supports weight.

Common pitfallsConfusing negativity of ‘‘filthy’’ with structural weakness.

Final AnswerFirm

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