Question

The antonym of REFULGENT is:
A) Angry
B) Dull
C) Sad
D) Shiny

Answer 1

Hint: In the above-asked question we have to find the antonym of the given word “REFULGENT”. The meaning of “REFULGENT” is to shine very brightly.

Complete answer:
The antonym means the opposite and now we have to find the opposite of refulgent. Option A is Angry which is the incorrect answer for the above-asked question as angry is not the opposite of refulgent as angry means feeling or showing annoyance, displeasure or hostility. Option B is Dull is the correct answer for the above-asked question as refulgent means something that is shiny and dull means something that lacks brightness, shine, or sheen. Option C is Sad is also a correct answer for the above-asked question as sad means unhappy or upset which is not the opposite of refulgent. Option D is Shiny is also an incorrect answer for the above-asked question; shiny means something that is bright or something that shines as we know that refulgent have the same meaning and thus shiny and refulgent are not opposite of each other. Therefore, the correct answer to the above asked question is Dull as it is the antonym of “REFULGENT”.

Note:
The difference between sad and angry is Sadness is a very internal feeling in which we don't show strong emotions. Also, feelings of sadness usually last for a longer time. ... It always makes me sad when I see it. On the other hand, “angry” is used when a person or group does something bad to us and we react to that negative action.