Antonyms — Select the option that best expresses the opposite meaning of ‘‘PATCHY’’ (irregular/inconsistent vs. even/consistent; exam-oriented vocabulary).
Verbal Ability
Antonyms
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AAttractive
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BUniform
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CSimple
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DClear
Answer
Correct Answer: Uniform
Explanation
Given data
- Target word: PATCHY
- Options: Attractive; Uniform; Simple; Clear
Concept/Approach‘‘Patchy’’ means uneven, irregular, or inconsistent in quality or coverage.The direct antonym is ‘‘uniform’’, meaning even, consistent, and regular throughout.
Step-by-step reasoningPatchy (irregular) ↔ Uniform (regular/consistent).‘‘Attractive’’, ‘‘Simple’’, and ‘‘Clear’’ describe different qualities, not regularity.
Verification/AlternativeUsage: ‘‘patchy rainfall’’ vs. ‘‘uniform rainfall’’; contrasts are standard in reports.
Common pitfallsConfusing aesthetic qualities (attractive/clear) with pattern consistency.
Final AnswerUniform