Question

Select the opposite of the given word:
Trivial
A) Serious
B) Petty
C) Calm
D) Dainty

Answer 1

Hint: The meaning of ‘Trivial’ is something which is of very little value or importance. The opposite of ‘Trivial’ should mean something which is significant and important.
Example of Trivial:
"Nothing is trivial, and nothing is important, it's all the same-only to save oneself from it as best one can." – Pierre.

Complete Solution:
Option a ‘Serious’ is an adjective. The word means to be sincere, important or urgent. The word perfectly matches with the antonym of the given word ‘Trivial’. So, this option is correct.
Option b ‘Petty’ is an adjective. The word means something of little of lesser importance. The word is similar to the word given ‘Trivial’ and can be used as a synonym for the same. But the question demands the antonym. So, this option is incorrect.
Option c ‘Calm’ is an adjective. ‘Calm’ means to be serene or relaxed. This word has nothing to do with the word itself nor with its antonym. The meanings of the two are completely different. So, this option is also incorrect.
Option d ‘Dainty’ means something which is small and pretty. The word has no connection with the meaning of the opposite of ‘Trivial’. So, this option is also incorrect.

Note: Dainty means small and Trivial means of less importance or of small value or is unimportant. Do not confuse between the two.