WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which word is opposite of 'plenty'?

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

Answer options

  1. Insufficient
  2. Many
  3. Abundant
  4. Huge

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Insufficient

Explanation: Context: The word 'plenty' means abundance, so its opposite should express shortage or lack. The correct antonym here is 'insufficient'. 1. Insufficient ✅ – correct; means not enough. 2. Many ❌ – shows quantity, not opposite. 3. Abundant ❌ – same meaning as 'plenty'. 4. Huge ❌ – describes size, not amount. Correct/Example Sentence: Food was insufficient for all the guests at the event.