Directions: In each of the questions given below from the given options select…

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Directions: In each of the questions given below from the given options select the word which is opposite in meaning to the word given in the question

APPROPRIATE

  1. A.

    Misappropriate

  2. B.

    Inappropriate

  3. C.

    Disappropriate

  4. D.

    arrogate

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Correct answer: B

Answer: Inappropriate

Explanation: "Appropriate" means suitable for a particular person, place, or occasion. "Inappropriate" means not suitable, so it is the correct antonym.

  • Misappropriate — to dishonestly or unfairly take or use something (especially money) that belongs to someone else; this is about wrongful taking, not being the opposite of "suitable".

  • Inappropriate — means not suitable; this is the correct opposite of "appropriate."

  • Disappropriate — a rare term meaning to deprive of individual ownership or to redistribute; it does not mean "not suitable."

  • Arrogate — to claim or take (a right or property) without justification; unrelated to the meaning of "suitable" or "not suitable."

Tip: Look for common negative prefixes such as "in-" which often indicate the opposite meaning (e.g., appropriate → inappropriate).

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