Question

    Fill in the blanks with the appropriate antonym of the

    words highlighted from among the choices given below them. While he failed as an artist, he ______ as a businessman. 
    A miscarried Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B flunked Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C flourished Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D gave out Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In the sentence, the word "flourished" is used to convey success or prosperity. The phrase "failed as an artist" suggests that the person was not successful in the field of art. Therefore, the antonym or opposite word to convey success in a different area would be "flourished."

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