Question

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
STRINGENT
A) Magnanimous
B) Lenient
C) Vehement
D) General

Answer 1

Hint: Word which means opposite of given word are known as antonym
We need meaning of given word to know its antonym
Antonym must mean opposite of given word’s meaning

Complete answer:
Let us look into the given options:
Stringent means tight restrictions or limitation, someone who does not allow any kind of leniency , exception and loosening of standard.
We need a word which is opposite of stringent means a word which means someone who allows leniency , exceptions and less restrictions.

Let us look into the given options:
Magnanimous : Magnanimous means forgiving individuals who are compassionate and high-minded and unselfish in overlooking harm or insult , but it doesn't mean the opposite of stringent thus this option is wrong.
Lenient : If you're not too rigid, even when someone does anything wrong, you display tolerance and mercy, you're being lenient. Lenient means patient or calm, which is generally used when we speak about the attitude of someone towards discipline , this meaning is opposite of stringent thus this option is correct.
Vehement : vehement means someone who is very emotional and often shows very angry and sad emotions but this is not antonym of word stringent thus this option is wrong too.
General : Considering or dealing with overall features, universal aspects or significant elements, especially without taking into account all details or unique aspects but its not antonym of stringent thus this option is wrong too.

Therefore option B is the correct answer.

Note: Often, by simply inserting a prefix, such as un-, non-, in-, or im-, you can render the term opposite.
for example :
i) Adding im- : imbalance
ii) Adding in - : insufficient
iii) Adding non : nonexistent
iv) Adding un : unstoppable