WBCS.LIVE practice question

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the word underline below: The appearance of the stranger was forbidding.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Warm
  2. Kind
  3. Friendly
  4. Amiable

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Amiable

Explanation: The word 'forbidding' means unfriendly, stern, or unapproachable in appearance or manner. The opposite should convey friendliness or approachability. 'Amiable' is the correct antonym, as it means friendly, sociable, or pleasant, directly contrasting with 'forbidding.' Warm ❌: Suggests friendliness or enthusiasm but is less specific to personal demeanor. Kind ❌: Implies generosity or compassion, not a direct opposite of stern appearance. Friendly ❌: Means approachable, close to the opposite but less precise than 'amiable.' Amiable ✅: Means friendly and pleasant, perfectly opposing 'forbidding.' Correct Answer: Amiable.