Question

    Select the most appropriate antonym of the word in brackets

    to fill in the blank. The athlete’s performance was quite ________ compared to his (exceptional) previous records.
    A remarkable Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B commendable Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C mediocre Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D extraordinary Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The word "exceptional" refers to something outstanding or unusually good.
    Its antonym would be something ordinary or unremarkable.
    "Mediocre" means average or below expectations, making it the best antonym here.
    The other options—remarkable, commendable, and extraordinary—are all close in meaning to "exceptional."

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