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GATE CS 2014 Set 3 · General Aptitude

Question 3

MCQPrinted as GA Q.31 markWrong answer: −1/3Easy (estimate)

Question

Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the word "coherent".

Choose one option
Official answer and solution
Official answer
C
From
Official GATE 2014 answer key

Solution

Determine the antonym of coherent by examining its definition and connotation.

  1. Definition of 'coherent':
    Logical, consistent, clear, and well-organized in speech, thought, or writing.

  2. Analyze each option:

    • "sticky": Related to physical adherence; not an antonym.
    • "well-connected": A synonym or closely related meaning.
    • "rambling": Lengthy, disconnected, unfocused, and lacking logical organization. This is the direct antonym of coherent.
    • "friendly": Relates to temperament; not an antonym.

Therefore, the opposite in meaning to 'coherent' is 'rambling' (option C).

Final answer

C

Common trap

Confusing literal physical cohesion ('sticky') with intellectual coherence.

The answer is the one in the official GATE answer key. The solution is this site's own explanation.

Source

Paper
GATE 2014 Computer Science and Information Technology (CS) Session 3
Question
3 of 65, printed as GA Q.3
Section
General Aptitude

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