Question

Choose the word which can be substituted for the given sentence.
“Medicine given to counteract Poison”

• A. Antibiotic
• B. Antiseptic
• C. Antidote
• D. Antifungal

Hint:

If it's a cure for poison, it's always called an "antidote" — remember the root word “anti-” (against).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The sentence asks for a single word that means “medicine given to counteract poison.”
The correct term for this is "antidote".
An antidote is a substance that can neutralize or reverse the harmful effects of a poison or toxin in the body.
For example, if someone is bitten by a venomous snake, they are given an antidote to combat the venom.
Let’s examine the options:
- (A) Antibiotic — Fights bacterial infections, not poison.
- (B) Antiseptic — Kills germs on the skin; used for cleaning wounds.
- (C) Antidote — Directly refers to a cure for poison or harmful substances.
- (D) Antifungal — Treats fungal infections.
Only (C) Antidote fits the given definition, making it the correct answer.