Mark the correct opposites, out of the four choices given, of the following…
2014
Mark the correct opposites, out of the four choices given, of the following words:
Adventitious
- A.
Defiant
- B.
Planned
- C.
Snobbish
- D.
Ruthless
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Correct answer: B
Answer: Planned
Explanation: The word adventitious means occurring by chance, accidental, or not inherent — in other words, unplanned or incidental.
Why 'Planned' is correct: 'Planned' means intended or arranged in advance, which directly contrasts with something that is accidental or unplanned.
Why the other choices are incorrect: Defiant means resisting authority; Snobbish means arrogant or elitist; Ruthless means merciless. None of these meanings oppose 'occurring by chance,' so they are not antonyms of adventitious.