Question

Choose the option which means the opposite of the given word:
Fiasco
a. Cameo
b. Gamble
c. Pollution
d. Success

Answer 1

Hint: In this case, we must find a word whose meaning is completely different than that of ‘fiasco’.

Complete step by step answer:
Words that are opposite in meaning to each other are also known as antonyms. Anything that is opposite differs in its meaning completely from the given word. If the word is rudely, its opposite would be a word that means to do something in a respectful manner i.e., politely. Similarly, if the word is innocent which means to not be guilty of a crime, its opposite word would be guilty.
In the given question, the word is ‘fiasco’. The meaning of fiasco is a complete failure, especially one that is humiliating. Now, that we know what the word means, we must find a word whose meaning is the opposite of ‘fiasco’.
Now, let us consider the given options above.

Option ‘a’ cameo is a small character part in a film that is played by a renowned actor.

Option ‘b’ gamble means to play games of chance for money or to bet.

Option ‘c’ pollution is the introduction of contaminants into the natural world.

Option ‘d’ success means the accomplishment of an aim.
Out of all the given options, only option ‘d’ success means the opposite of fiasco. Therefore, option ‘d’ success is the correct answer.

Note: Let us consider the problematic areas of this question. To select the accurate answer, you must know the meanings of words listed in your lessons. You must also know those words which are similar and contrary in meaning to the words listed in your lessons.