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    Choose the word opposite in meaning to the one given below. DEVIOUS
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    Choose the word opposite in meaning to the one given below.
    DEVIOUS

    A.

    Covert

    B.

    Furtive

    C.

    Quiet

    D.

    Innocent

    Correct option is D


    Correct antonym: (d) Innocent
    Meaning of the given word (Devious):
    Devious → dishonest and tricky; using indirect methods to achieve something; not straightforward (Hindi: कुटिल / छलपूर्ण / कपटी)
    Example: He used devious tactics to win the election.
    Meaning of the correct option (Innocent):
    Innocent → not guilty; harmless; free from deceit (Hindi: निर्दोष / बेगुनाह / निष्कपट)
    Example: The innocent man was finally proven not guilty.
    Synonyms (Devious): cunning, sly, dishonest, tricky
    Antonyms (Devious): honest, straightforward, innocent, sincere
    Meanings of other options (in detail):
    • (a) Covert → hidden; secret (Hindi: गुप्त / छिपा हुआ)
    • (b) Furtive → secretive; done stealthily (Hindi: चोरी-छिपे / दबे-छिपे)
    • (c) Quiet → silent; calm (Hindi: शांत)
    Hence, option (d) is the correct answer.

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