Question

Choose the option which means the opposite of the given word-
Onrush
a) Flow
b) Obstruction
c) Force
d) Divide

Answer 1

Hint: The dictionary meaning of the given word ‘onrush' is ‘a surging rush forward'. For example - The mesmerizing onrush on the sea.

Complete answer:
The given word ‘onrush' is a noun. The onrush of something is its sudden development, that happens so quickly and forcibly that you are unable to control it. For example, The onrush of tears took me by surprise. In the given question, we have to find the opposite of ‘onrush’.
Now, let us examine all the given options to find out the correct option-
Option ‘a’ is Flow. It is a verb which means to move steadily and continuously in a current or stream. For example The river flows to the north.
Option ‘b’ is Obstruction. It is a noun that means the action of obstructing or the state of being obstructed. For example, there are obstructions in the path of success.
Option ‘c’ is Force. It is a noun that means strength or energy as an attribute for physical action or movement. For example The force of the current.
Option ‘d’ is Divide. It is a noun which means to separate or be separated into parts. For example Divide and rule.
As we have analyzed all the given options, we can easily figure out the correct answer. Here, the word opposite in meaning to ‘onrush’ is ‘obstruction’. Hence, option ‘b’ is the correct option.

Note:
All the other options are plausible distractions. Don’t confuse between ‘obstruction’ and ‘force’. They both have different meanings.