Vocabulary—Antonyms MCQ (judgment and confidentiality): Choose the best antonym of ‘‘INDISCREET’’, focusing on prudence, tact, and careful disclosure vs. rash talk.

Verbal Ability Antonyms Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
  • A
    Reliable
  • B
    Honest
  • C
    Prudent
  • D
    Stupid

Answer

Correct Answer: Prudent

Explanation

Given data

  • Indiscreet: lacking prudence; revealing things that should remain secret; rash in speech or action.

Concept/ApproachThe opposite quality is prudence—care, tact, and good judgment in what one says or does.

Option analysisPrudent: careful and wise; discreet—the exact antonymal trait. ✔️Reliable/Honest: positive traits but not the opposite of indiscreet. ❌Stupid: intellect-related insult, not antonym of discretion. ❌

Common pitfalls

  • Equating honesty with discretion—one can be honest yet indiscreet.

Final AnswerPrudent

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