Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Adverse

The correct answer is Propitious.

Explanation:

1. Understanding the meaning of the given word:
Adverse means harmful, unfavorable, or hostile (e.g., "adverse weather conditions").

2. Analyzing the options:
• Striking: Attracting attention, noticeable, or dramatic. (Not an antonym of adverse)
• Propitious: Giving or indicating a good chance of success; favorable or auspicious. This is the exact antonym of Adverse.
• Critical: Expressing adverse or disapproving comments, or expressing a situation or point of crisis. (Not an antonym of adverse)
• Listless: Lacking energy or enthusiasm. (Not an antonym of adverse)

Therefore, the word opposite in meaning to Adverse is Propitious.