Auto-Antonyms
1 / 15Words that can mean their own opposite
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The word 'cleave' can mean to split apart OR to do what?
About Auto-Antonyms
Give your memory a workout with Auto-Antonyms: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. Words that can mean their own opposite Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. The word 'cleave' can mean to split apart OR to do what?
Answer: Cling together
2. The word 'sanction' can mean to give official approval OR to do what?
Answer: Impose a penalty
3. When you 'dust' a cake, you add powder. But when you 'dust' furniture, you do what?
Answer: Remove particles
4. The word 'oversight' can mean careful supervision OR what?
Answer: A mistake or omission
5. 'To buckle' can mean to fasten securely. What is its opposite meaning?
Answer: To collapse or give way
Frequently asked questions
Will I lose my progress if I close the page?
Your overall progress — XP, streaks, and badges — is saved in your browser automatically. A quiz that's underway restarts if you leave mid-game, but at about 7 minutes, Auto-Antonyms fits comfortably in one sitting.
How many questions are in Auto-Antonyms?
Auto-Antonyms has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Auto-Antonyms free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Auto-Antonyms — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
How long does Auto-Antonyms take?
Most players finish Auto-Antonyms in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
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