Which of the following words is opposite in meaning to the word ‘extinct' as used in
Which of the following words is opposite in meaning to the word ‘extinct' as used in
the passage?
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Correct answer: (A) prevailing
Explanation
"Extinct" means no longer existing; its opposite is "prevailing" (currently existing), a word used in the passage ("prevailing trend"). Lost, obsolete and defunct are synonyms of extinct.