Question

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

• A. counter
• B. attractive
• C. friendly
• D. hard

Hint:

Think of magnetic poles: opposite poles attract while similar poles repel. This physical relationship guarantees that 'attractive' is the exact conceptual opposite of 'repulsive'.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Define REPULSIVE.
REPULSIVE = causing disgust, pushing away.
Step 2: Antonym.
'Attractive' (drawing toward, pleasing) is the exact opposite.
Answer: attractive