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    Select the word that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the highlighted word in the given sentence. The name should also be beneficial to a strong, long
    Question

    Select the word that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the highlighted word in the given sentence.
    The name should also be beneficial to a strong, long-lasting marketing campaign.

    A.

    Advantageous

    B.

    Detrimental

    C.

    Causal

    D.

    Desirable

    Correct option is B


    Explanation:
    · Beneficial means helpful or advantageous.
    Synonyms of beneficial: helpful, advantageous, profitable, useful.
    Antonyms of beneficial: harmful, detrimental, damaging, disadvantageous.
    · Detrimental (Correct) means harmful or causing damage, which is the opposite of "beneficial".
    · Incorrect options:
    · Advantageous (Similar in meaning)
    · Causal (Related to cause, not opposite)
    · Desirable (Means wanted, not opposite)
    Correct answer: Detrimental

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