Q44 / 270 · NDA 2019 (Phase 2) · General Ability

Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word. Rakesh is an eccentric prodigal.

  • A
    extravagant
  • B
    profligate
  • C
    wasteful
  • Correct answer
    D
    thrifty

Solution

The word 'prodigal' means 'one who spends money without care, the word 'thrifty' means 'one who spends money carefully'. Hence, the word 'thrifty' and 'prodigal' are opposite to each other.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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