English Grammar - Synonyms and Antonyms

English Grammar
English Grammar - Synonyms and Antonyms

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word: Subterfuge


Options:

  1. Chicanery
  2. Candor
  3. Trickery
  4. Deception

Right Answer: Candor

'Subterfuge' refers to deceit or trickery used to achieve a goal, typically by concealing one's true intentions or actions. To identify its antonym, we look for a word denoting openness and honesty. 'Candor' means the quality of being open, honest, and straightforward in communication, making it the direct opposite of subterfuge's deceptive nature. 'Chicanery', 'Trickery', and 'Deception' are all synonyms of subterfuge, reinforcing the theme of dishonesty rather than contrasting it. Recognizing that the question specifically asks for an antonym, not a synonym, is crucial to avoiding the distractor options. The correct answer is option 2, Candor.

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