Antonyms — Select the best opposite of ‘‘GRACEFUL’’ (manner/poise contrast tested in English exams).
Verbal Ability
Antonyms
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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ARough
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BExpert
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CMiserable
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DAwkward
Answer
Correct Answer: Awkward
Explanation
Given data
- Word: GRACEFUL = elegant, poised, smooth in movement
- Options: Rough; Expert; Miserable; Awkward
Concept/ApproachThe opposite trait to elegant/poised is 'awkward' = clumsy, lacking grace.
Why not the othersRough: coarse/abrasive; not always the antonym of graceful.Expert: denotes skill level; not opposed to grace as a manner.Miserable: emotional state, not movement/poise.
UsageA graceful dancer ↔ an awkward dancer.
Final AnswerAwkward