Wonderlic Cognitive Ability Practice Test

What is the opposite of the word "abundant"?

1. Ample

2. Meager

3. Sufficient

4. Overflowing

The correct answer is: Meager

The opposite of the word "abundant" is "meager," which suggests a deficiency or scarcity of something. When something is abundant, it means there is a large quantity available; it is plentiful and represents a state of excess or fullness. In contrast, the term "meager" describes a situation where there is a small amount or insufficient supply, indicating a level of inadequacy compared to abundance. Understanding the context of abundance highlights the contrast with meagerness, emphasizing the lack or minimalism associated with the latter. The other options, such as "ample," "sufficient," and "overflowing," suggest either a positive or adequate quantity that does not convey the sense of deficiency inherent in "meager."