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Choose the antonym of 'prominent':

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SSC Stenographer 2025 Question Paper (06-Aug-2025) Shift 2
The correct answer is
Obscure

Understanding the Antonym of 'Prominent'

The question asks us to find the word that means the opposite of 'prominent'. Let's break down the meaning of the word and the options provided.

Meaning of 'Prominent'

The word 'prominent' means something or someone that is:

  • Easily noticeable or clearly visible.
  • Important, famous, or distinguished.

Think of a mountain peak standing out against the sky – it's prominent.

Analyzing the Options

Let's look at the meaning of each option:

  • Obscure: Means not discovered or known about; uncertain. It also means not important or famous, hidden from view.
  • Renowned: Means known or talked about by many people; famous.
  • Eminent: Means famous, respected, or outstanding in a particular field.
  • Conspicuous: Means standing out so as to be clearly visible; attracting notice or attention.

Identifying the Antonym

We need the word that is the opposite of 'prominent' (noticeable, important, famous).

  • Obscure is the opposite because it means not noticeable, unknown, or unimportant.
  • Renowned and Eminent are synonyms of 'prominent' because they also mean famous and important.
  • Conspicuous is also very similar in meaning to 'prominent', meaning easily seen or noticed.

Therefore, 'Obscure' is the correct antonym for 'prominent'.

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