Question

Directions: In the question, each word is followed by five options. Choose the option which is the closest antonym of the given words. While choosing your answer, keep in mind the finer distinctions in the meaning and usage of certain words
TENUOUS

• A. Ponderous
• B. Significant
• C. Fragile
• D. Lengthy
• E. Salubrious

Answer 1

Answer: (E)

To find the correct antonym for the word "TENUOUS," we must first understand its meaning and then evaluate the given options.

Meaning of "TENUOUS"

The word "tenuous" typically means something that is very weak or slight, insubstantial, or flimsy. It can also refer to a thing that is not dense or having little strength.

Analyzing the Options

1. Ponderous: This word means slow and clumsy because of great weight. It's more related to physical weight or bulkiness rather than being weak or strong in terms of importance or a condition.
2. Significant: Meaning something important or of consequence. It suggests a noticeable or meaningful impact, but it doesn't directly oppose "tenuous" because it's more about importance rather than strength or density.
3. Fragile: This word means easily broken or damaged, which is similar to "tenuous" rather than its antonym.
4. Lengthy: Refers to something being very long, either in time or dimension, and does not directly contrast with "tenuous."
5. Salubrious: This word means health-giving, meaning that something is favorable or beneficial to health. It suggests robustness and wholesomeness, which can be seen as an antonym to "tenuous" (if considering "tenuous" relating to health or condition as weak versus strong).

Conclusion

Considering the definitions and meanings, the option that most closely serves as an antonym to "tenuous" in the context of robustness or strength (as opposing weakness) is "Salubrious." This is because "salubrious" indicates a strong, healthful state, contrasting with the weak or insubstantial nature suggested by "tenuous."

Final Answer

The correct antonym for "TENUOUS" is Salubrious.