Fill in the Blank with the Opposite Word: Young – _____

Answer: The opposite word of “young” is “old”, so the correct answer is option A. Old

An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word. In this case, “young” refers to someone or something that is in an early stage of life or existence. The opposite of this would be “old,” which refers to someone or something that has lived or existed for a long time.

Examples of Young vs. Old in Sentences:

• The young girl played in the park, while the old man watched her from a bench.
• This is a young tree; it was planted only last year. The tree beside it is very old.

Why Are the Other Options Incorrect?

B. Big: “Big” refers to size, not age. It is not the opposite of “young.”

C. Small: “Small” is related to physical dimensions, not age.

D. Quick: “Quick” describes speed and has no relation to “young.”

Fun Fact About the Word Young

Did you know that the word “young” comes from the Old English word “geong,” which is related to the German word “jung”? Over centuries, languages have evolved, but many words still share similar roots!

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