Choose the alternative which is similar in meaning to the following word:
Indolent

Correct option is B

The correct answer is option (b) – Slothful
Meaning of the given word: Indolent
• English: Someone who avoids work; habitually lazy
• Hindi: आलसी, परिश्रम से बचने वाला
Example sentence: He was too indolent to complete his project on time, despite having enough resources.
Correct synonym:
Slothful – A person who is extremely lazy or inactive
• Hindi: कामचोर, सुस्त
Synonyms: Lazy, Sluggish, Slothful, Idle.
Antonyms: Active, Energetic, Industrious, Hardworking.
Meanings of all the given options:
(a) Effect: A result or outcome.
• Hindi: प्रभाव, असर
• Not related to laziness, hence incorrect.
(b) Slothful: Very lazy and inactive.
• Hindi: कामचोर, सुस्त
• This is the correct synonym of “Indolent”.
(c) Dilemma: A confusing situation requiring a tough decision.
• Hindi: दुविधा, उलझन
• No connection with laziness or inactivity.
(d) Impish: Naughty or mischievous in a playful way.
• Hindi: शरारती, चंचल
• Not a synonym of “Indolent”, totally different in tone