CDS 2026 (I) English, question 59

Topic: Antonyms

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Directions · Q51 to Q60

Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the given sentences and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.

Q59

What he got by way of a settlement was a pittance.

  1. (a) bonanzaCorrect answer
  2. (b) petty amount
  3. (c) instalment
  4. (d) miniscule amount

Solution.

Answer: (a) bonanza

  1. A pittance is a very small or inadequate amount.
  2. A bonanza is a source of substantial gain or benefit, so it provides the strongest contrast in the settlement context.