Choose the word that is the most appropriate antonym of the word "suddenly".
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Explanation
Correct Answer
Gradually
Explanation
The word “suddenly” means happening quickly and unexpectedly, without warning. Its opposite is “gradually,” which means happening slowly over a period of time. Therefore, Option 1 is the correct antonym.
The other options are incorrect. Option 2 (“Quickly”), Option 3 (“Immediately”), and Option 4 (“Rapidly”) all describe actions that happen fast, making them similar in meaning to “suddenly,” not opposite.
Key Points
To solve antonym questions, identify the manner in which the action occurs. Since “suddenly” means “all at once,” its opposite is “gradually,” which means “little by little over time.”