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.
VEHEMENTLY
A. Openly
B. Widely
C. Abruptly
D. Forcefully
E. Spontaneously

Answer 1

Hint: Vehemently means passionately, forcefully or aggressively. It is an adverb.

Complete Solution:

From the hint given to us, we know that vehemently means passionately, forcefully or aggressively. It is an adverb. Thus, the correct option must either be similar or opposite to the meaning of vehemently.
Openly means publicly or transparently. It is an adverb. We observe that it is neither similar nor opposite to the meaning of vehemently. Hence, option A is not the correct answer.
Widely means a large area or having a big gap. It is an adverb. We observe that it is neither similar nor opposite to the meaning of vehemently. Hence, option B is not the correct answer.
Abruptly means suddenly or in an interrupting manner. It is an adverb. We observe that it is neither similar nor opposite to the meaning of vehemently. Hence, option C is not the correct answer.
Forcefully means passionately, aggressively or intensely. It is an adverb. We observe that it is similar to the meaning of vehemently. Hence, option D is possibly the correct answer.
Spontaneously means right at the given moment or instant. It is an adverb. We observe that it is neither similar nor opposite to the meaning of vehemently. Hence, option E is not the correct answer.

After having observed and analysed all the given options, we can conclude that option D, forcefully is the correct answer.

Note: Forcefully also means without consent. However, vehemently is not related to any subject which requires consent.