What is the opposite word of Quiescent?
2024
What is the opposite word of Quiescent?
- A.
Active
- B.
Dormant
- C.
Weak
- D.
Unconcerned
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Correct answer: A
Answer: Active
'Quiescent' means inactive, quiet, or dormant.
'Active' means engaged in action, lively, or not inactive, so it is the antonym of 'quiescent'.
Example with quiescent: The quiescent volcano showed no signs of eruption for decades.
Example with active: After seismic tremors, the volcano became active and erupted.