Correct Answer:
D. Discord
This question requires identifying the antonym of Concord. A strong vocabulary is essential for this.
- (D) Discord is the correct antonym. "Concord" means agreement or harmony between people or groups, or a state of peace. "Discord" means disagreement between people, or a lack of harmony, often leading to conflict or tension. It is the direct opposite of concord.
- (A) Harmony is incorrect because it is a synonym for "concord," meaning agreement or peaceful coexistence.
- (B) Agreement is incorrect as it is a synonym for "concord," meaning a state of being in accord or having the same opinion.
- (C) Unity is incorrect because it is a synonym for "concord," meaning the state of being united or joined as a whole.
Hence, "Discord" is the most appropriate antonym for "Concord."