Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
The amateur proved them all wrong.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1, i.e. Professional.
The noun/adjective “amateur” refers to someone who engages in an activity not as a paid professional but often as a beginner or hobbyist.
Its direct antonym is “professional,” which refers to a person who is skilled and earns from their work. This is confirmed in thesaurus entries where 'professional' is listed as the head antonym for 'amateur'
Therefore, in the context of the sentence, 'professional' is the most appropriate antonym for 'amateur.'