Question

Choose the opposite in meaning to the given word.
OUTMODED
a) Polished
b) Practicable
c) Stylish
d) Fashionable

Answer 1

Hint: An opposite of a word indicates the antonym of the word. Here, the word ‘outmoded’ means – something that is old – fashioned.

Complete answer:
For this solution, we have to find the opposite of ‘outmoded’ which means old – fashioned. For example, that is a very outmoded piece of electronics, or that is an outmoded Victorian building, or change your dressing sense it is really outmoded, or your wardrobe needs to change it is so outmoded.
So, what would be the opposite of someone who is old – fashioned, someone who is fashionable, i.e. goes with the trend. Therefore, the correct solution would be an option (d).
Now, if option (d) is the correct solution, then what about the others? Why are they incorrect? because
Polished – means shiny or refined as a result of hard work or being rubbed. For example, she polished her skill over the holidays.
Practicable – means something that can be acted on or put into practice successfully or is useful or able to be done, etc. For example, you have to be practical if you want to do the work.
Stylish – means being fashionably elegant and sophisticated. For example old – fashioned frames are very stylish.
Fashionable – means influenced by trend or current popular styles. For example: she wears fashionable clothes.
So, as you can see that the only word that has an opposite meaning to ‘outmoded’ is fashionable. Therefore, option (d) is indeed the correct option.

Note:
There is a lot of difference between the meanings of stylish and fashionable; they are not the same thing. Do not get confused between their usages.