Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word. Pernicious
Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word. Pernicious
Detailed Solution & Logic
Correct Answer:
Innocuous
Explanation:
Pernicious means very harmful or destructive.
So, its opposite (antonym) will be a word that means harmless.
๐ Innocuous means not harmful / harmless, hence it is the correct answer.
Why others are incorrect:
- Harmful โ โ same meaning (synonym)
- Virulent โ โ very harmful or poisonous (synonym)
- Noxious โ โ toxic or harmful (synonym)
Extra Facts:
- Pernicious is often used for things that cause gradual or hidden damage
- Example: Pernicious habits like smoking
- Innocuous comes from Latin meaning โnot harmfulโ
Example Sentence:
- The chemicals used were innocuous and safe for humans.
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