Question

Select the word which means the opposite of the given word: Simulate
a) imitate
b) be frank
c) emulate
d) reinforce

Answer 1

Hint: The word ‘simulate’ refers to ‘replicate the appearance or character of'. This word is usually used as a verb and its noun form is ‘simulation’. Another antonym of this word is ‘real’.

Complete answer:
 An antonym is any word that is exactly the opposite in meaning to another word, in the same linguistic bracket. They express things that are opposite in meaning to each other.
For example, the words ‘far’ and ‘near’ are antonyms of each other, as they convey opposite meanings.

Now, we know the meaning and usage of the word ‘simulate’. Let’s look at our options-
a) imitate - The word ‘imitate’ refers to ‘take or follow as a model’, so this has a very similar meaning to the given word. It is not the antonym of the word ‘simulate’. It is not the required answer. So, this is an incorrect option.
b) be frank - The word ‘be frank’ refers to ‘open, honest, and direct in speech or writing, especially when dealing with unpalatable matters', so this has the exact opposite meaning to the given word. This is the antonym of ‘simulate’. This is the required answer. So, this is the correct option.
c) emulate - The word ‘emulate’ refers to ‘match or surpass (a person or achievement), typically by imitation', so this has a very similar meaning to the given word. It is not the antonym of the word ‘simulate’. It is not the required answer. So, this is an incorrect option.
d) reinforce - The word ‘reinforce’ refers to ‘strengthen or support (an object or substance), especially with additional material', so this has a very different meaning to the given word. It is not the antonym of the word ‘simulate’. It is not the required answer. So, this is an incorrect option.

Note:
 Try to understand the context in which the word is used and the meaning of the word. Then, go through each option one by one, and pick the option that has the exact opposite meaning to the given word.