Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
OSTRACISED

Correct option is B

The correct antonym of the given word is (b) welcome.
Ostracised:
To be ostracised means to be excluded, ignored, or deliberately kept out of a group or society.
(बहिष्कृत किया गया)
Example:
He was ostracised by society due to his controversial views.
Welcome:
To welcome means to accept someone gladly or receive them warmly.
(स्वागत करना)
Example:
The new employee was warmly welcomed by the team.
Synonyms: excluded, isolated, boycotted, shunned
Antonyms: accepted, included, welcomed, embraced
Meanings of all the other given options:
· (a) criticised: expressed disapproval (आलोचना की गई)
· (c) patronise: treat condescendingly or support financially (संरक्षण देना / तुच्छ समझना)
· (d) internalise: make something part of one’s thinking (आत्मसात करना)