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    Choose the word opposite in meaning to the one given above. SCORNFUL
    Question

    Choose the word opposite in meaning to the one given above.
    SCORNFUL

    A.

    Courteous

    B.

    Brash

    C.

    Stormy

    D.

    Heavenly

    Correct option is A


    The correct antonym of the given word is (a) Courteous.
    Given word (Scornful): It means showing contempt, disrespect, or strong dislike; looking down on someone. (Hindi meaning: तिरस्कारपूर्ण, उपेक्षापूर्ण)
    Example: He gave a scornful reply to the suggestion.
    Correct answer word (Courteous): It means polite, respectful, and well-mannered in behaviour. (Hindi meaning: विनम्र, शिष्ट)
    Example: The staff was courteous to all the visitors.
    Synonyms (scornful): contemptuous, disdainful, insulting.
    Antonyms: courteous, respectful, polite, humble.
    Meanings of all the other given options:
    • (b) Brash: rude, too confident, and careless in manner (ढीठ, बदतमीज़)
    • (c) Stormy: full of storms; turbulent (तूफानी, अशांत)
    • (d) Heavenly: divine; very pleasant (स्वर्गीय, अत्यंत सुखद)

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