Meaning of Subterfuge | Antonyms and Synonyms of Subterfuge

Question of The Day17-10-2020

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Subterfuge

Answer

Correct Answer : d ) Honesty

Explanation :

Subterfuge means the use of clever underhanded actions to achieve an end.

Carnival means an annual festival, typically during the week before Lent in Roman Catholic countries, involving processions, music, dancing, and the use of masquerade.

Outset means the start or beginning of something.

Undermine means lessen the effectiveness, power, or ability of, especially gradually or insidiously.

Honesty means the quality of being honest.

After looking at all the meanings, the antonym to ‘subterfuge’ is ‘honesty’.

Hence, (d) is the correct answer.

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