Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word in the following sentence.
The managing director produced cogent reasons for the change in HR policies.
Option 1: Compelling
Option 2: Unconvincing
Option 3: Pertinent
Option 4: Unexpected
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Correct Answer: Unconvincing
Solution : The correct option is the second option.
Explanation:
Cogent
means convincing or persuasive, having the power to compel or convince someone. So, the opposite,
unconvincing,
would be the antonym in this context, as it signifies lacking persuasive power or failing to convince.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
- Compelling means having a powerful and irresistible effect.
- Pertinent means relevant or applicable to a particular matter, which is related but not an antonym of "cogent".
- Unexpected means not expected or surprising, which doesn't directly relate to the persuasiveness or quality of the reasons given.
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