Question

What is the antonym for terrestrial, optional, generous, and reluctant?

a) Celestial, mandatory, stingy, eager
b) Extraterrestrial, obligatory, frugal, willing
c) Earthly, necessary, lavish, enthusiastic
d) Ground-based, compulsory, tight-fisted, willing

Answer 1

The antonyms for terrestrial, optional, generous, and reluctant are celestial, mandatory, stingy, and eager, respectively. Option a.

Step-by-step explanation:

The antonyms for the words given are:

Terrestrial – which refers to something related to the earth or land, has the antonym Celestial, suggesting something related to the sky or heavens.

Optional – meaning not required, is opposed by Mandatory, which means required or compulsory.

Generous – meaning giving or open-handed, has the antonym Stingy, which describes someone who is reluctant to give or spend.

Reluctant – meaning unwilling or hesitant, is contrasted by Eager, indicating keen or enthusiastic willingness.

Therefore, the correct antonyms are (a) Celestial, Mandatory, Stingy, Eager.