Direction: Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Liable
Invulnerable
Finding the Antonym of 'Liable'
The question asks us to find the most appropriate antonym for the word 'Liable'. To do this, we need to understand the meaning of 'Liable' and each of the given options.
Understanding the Word 'Liable'
The word 'Liable' has a couple of common meanings:
- Likely to be affected by or suffer from something (e.g., "areas liable to flooding").
- Responsible by law; accountable (e.g., "he was liable for the damages").
In the context of finding an antonym, especially considering the options, the first meaning (susceptible to harm or effect) is most relevant.
Analyzing the Options
Let's look at the meanings of the given options:
- Peaceful: Not disturbed by conflict, agitation, or excitement; calm.
- Invulnerable: Impossible to harm or damage.
- Tending: Likely to do something or have a particular characteristic; inclined.
- Responsible: Having an obligation to do something, or having control over or care for someone, as part of one's job or role.
Identifying the Antonym of 'Liable'
We are looking for a word that has the opposite meaning of 'Liable', particularly in the sense of being susceptible or exposed to something negative (like harm or damage).
Let's compare 'Liable' (likely to be harmed/affected) with the options:
- 'Liable' vs. 'Peaceful': These words relate to different concepts (susceptibility vs. state of calm). Not antonyms.
- 'Liable' vs. 'Invulnerable': 'Liable' means likely to be harmed, while 'Invulnerable' means impossible to harm. These are direct opposites.
- 'Liable' vs. 'Tending': 'Tending' is similar to 'Liable' in the sense of being likely or inclined to do something, not an opposite.
- 'Liable' vs. 'Responsible': While 'Liable' can mean responsible, 'Responsible' is a synonym in that context, not an antonym.
Based on the meanings, 'Invulnerable' is the clear antonym for 'Liable' when 'Liable' is used to describe susceptibility to harm.
| Word | Meaning (Relevant Context) | Relationship to 'Liable' |
|---|---|---|
| Liable | Likely to be harmed or affected | Word in question |
| Peaceful | Calm, not disturbed | Unrelated |
| Invulnerable | Impossible to harm or damage | Antonym |
| Tending | Likely or inclined | Similar (in one context) |
| Responsible | Accountable | Synonym (in one context) |
Therefore, the most appropriate antonym for 'Liable' is 'Invulnerable'.
Revision Table: Understanding Antonyms
| Concept | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Antonym | A word opposite in meaning to another. | Hot and Cold |
| Synonym | A word having the same or nearly the same meaning as another. | Big and Large |
| Homonym | Each of two or more words having the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings and origins. | Bark (of a dog) and Bark (of a tree) |
Additional Information: Word Context and Usage
Understanding the context in which a word is used is crucial for selecting the correct antonym or synonym. 'Liable' can mean both 'susceptible' and 'responsible'. The options provided help determine which meaning is relevant. In this case, 'Invulnerable' is the opposite of 'susceptible', pointing to that meaning of 'Liable'. If the options included words like 'Not Responsible' or 'Exempt', the 'responsible' meaning might have been relevant.
Important Questions from Synonyms or Antonyms
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