Question

Find out a word which is nearest to the opposite in meaning to the word given in capitals.
HEINOUS

• A. hateful
• B. odious
• C. lousy
• D. desirable

Hint:

When resolving antonym problems, classify words by their emotional or ethical valence. 'HEINOUS' has a highly negative valence ($-$), whereas 'desirable' has a positive valence ($+$). This immediately isolates it from the other negative options.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Define HEINOUS.
HEINOUS = utterly wicked/atrocious. Hateful, odious, lousy are synonyms.
Step 2: Antonym.
'Desirable' (pleasant, wanted) is the direct opposite.
Answer: desirable