Free MCQs for FPSC, NTS, PPSC, PMS, CSS & All Pakistan Exams 2026

Antonym of “famous” is ____________.

A. poor
B. obscure
C. untalented
D. boring

 

Explanation:

The word famous means well-known, popular, or known by many people.

In simple words: someone who is recognized by many people everywhere.

The opposite of famous is obscure, which means unknown, not famous, or not recognized by people.

So, Obscure is the correct antonym of Famous.

Real-Life Example

Imagine two people:

  • A famous actor who everyone knows on TV → this is famous.
  • A person who lives quietly and no one knows → this is obscure.

Well-known = Famous
Unknown = Obscure

Main Points for Exams
  • Famous means widely known or popular.
  • Obscure means unknown or not recognized.
  • Other options are unrelated to fame.
  • Therefore, Obscure is the correct antonym of Famous.
  • This type of vocabulary question is common in PPSC, FPSC, CSS, PMS, NTS, IELTS, TOEFL, and other competitive exams.
Quick Memory Trick

🌟 Famous = Known by Everyone
🌑 Obscure = Known by No One

Known ↔ Unknown
Famous ↔ Obscure ✔️

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