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Which of the following antonyms is/are gradable antonym/s?

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Gradable antonyms allow expressions of degree (e.g., "very hot", "a bit cold"), while binary antonyms (e.g., "alive/dead") do not.
Updated On: Apr 26, 2025
  • Married / unmarried
  • Hot / cold
  • Old / young
  • Alive / dead
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The Correct Option is B, C

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Understand gradable antonyms. 
Gradable antonyms are opposites that exist on a spectrum and allow for comparison or degree (e.g., hot, hotter, very hot). 
Step 2: Evaluate the options.
(A) Married/unmarried: Binary, not gradable — no in-between.
(B) Hot/cold: Gradable — there's a temperature spectrum.
(C) Old/young: Gradable — age can be measured in degrees.
(D) Alive/dead: Binary — no degrees of being dead.
Thus, (B) and (C) are correct.

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