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    Choose the alternative which can replace the highlighted word without changing the meaning of the sentence. The young man is quite sanguine abo
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    Choose the alternative which can replace the highlighted word without changing the meaning of the sentence.
    The young man is quite sanguine about the result of his competitive

    A.

    pessimistic

    B.

    anxious

    C.

    depressed

    D.

    Optimistic

    Correct option is D


    The word "sanguine" means hopeful or optimistic, especially in a difficult situation. The synonym "optimistic" best fits the context of the sentence.
    · Sanguine: Confidently hopeful and cheerful about the future.
    · Hindi Meaning: आशावादी और आत्मविश्वासी
    · Example: Despite the challenges, he remained sanguine about his success.
    · Optimistic: Hopeful and confident about the future.
    · Hindi Meaning: आशावादी
    · Example: She is optimistic about the outcome of her job interview.
    Synonyms of Sanguine: Optimistic, hopeful, positive, buoyant.
    Antonyms of Sanguine: Pessimistic, anxious, gloomy, doubtful.
    Meanings of the other options:
    · Pessimistic: Expecting the worst possible outcome; opposite of sanguine.
    · Hindi Meaning: निराशावादी
    · Example: He was pessimistic about getting the promotion.
    · Anxious: Worried or nervous about an uncertain situation.
    · Hindi Meaning: चिंतित
    · Example: She was anxious about her exam results.
    · Depressed: Feeling severe despondency or dejection.
    · Hindi Meaning: उदास या निराश
    · Example: He was depressed after failing the test.

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