Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
It is a misconception that the more you learn, the more likely you are to succeed.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Certainty.
Misconception means a false or mistaken belief.
Example: Many people have the misconception that cracking your knuckles causes arthritis.
Certainty means something that is known for sure, without any doubt.
Example: It is a certainty that the Earth orbits the Sun.
Meaning of the other options:
Illusion: A false idea or deceptive appearance.
Hallucination: A perception of something that is not real.
Fallacy: A mistaken belief based on incorrect reasoning.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.