Question

Against the given word, there are some alternatives, one of which is either similar in meaning (synonym) or opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the word.
GERMANE
a) Impossible
b) Illogical
c) Irrelevant
d) Irresponsible
e) Irrepressible

Answer 1

Hint: For a solution, one must understand the meaning of the root word along with the different options so as to find either a synonym or an antonym.

Complete answer:
Now, the word ‘germane’ is an adjective that defines – something that is relevant or connected to a subject that is being taken under consideration. For example, your clues are germane to our theme.
Now, if we look into the options, we can see –
a) Impossible – something that is very difficult to deal with or something that is very difficult to do. For example that is an impossible task. This is neither a synonym nor an antonym of the root word.
b) Illogical – something that lacks a sense or is of absurd reasoning or unclear. For example, she has an illogical fear regarding blood. This is neither a synonym nor an antonym of the root word.
c) Irrelevant – something that is not connected or relevant to something. For example, she gave an irrelevant excuse. This is an antonym of the root word.
d) Irresponsible – someone who does not show nor has a proper sense of responsibility. For example, this is really irresponsible of you. This is neither a synonym nor an antonym of the root word.
e) Irrepressible – something that cannot be controlled or restrained. For example, he was an irrepressible rough officer. This also is neither a synonym nor an antonym of the root word.
Now, as you can see from the above-given explanation the correct solution is an option (c), i.e. irrelevant.

Note:
 If you are familiar with the meaning of the root word then it will be very easy for you to eliminate the irrelevant options and find the correct solution.