Questions and Answers
What is the antonym of 'penal'?
What does 'apt' refer to in terms of action?
An unlikely action
What does 'pertinent' mean in a context contrary to random?
Considered to be a random comment
To defile means to revere the natural beauty.
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What is the antonym of 'recluse'?
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Study Notes
Antonyms of Key Terms
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Penal
- Refers to methods associated with punishment or penalization.
- Antonym: Non-punitive, indicating a teaching method that avoids punishment.
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Apt
- Describes something that is suitable or fitting.
- Antonym: Unlikely, suggesting an action that does not fit or is not appropriate.
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Pertinent
- Denotes relevance or suitability to the matter at hand.
- Antonym: Random, indicating comments or actions that lack relevance or connection.
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Defile
- Means to damage or pollute something sacred or beautiful.
- Antonym: Revering, which is to honor or respect the natural beauty.
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Recluse
- Refers to someone who prefers solitude and avoids social interaction.
- Antonym: Socialite, describing a person who is social and actively engages in social activities.
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