Identify the word nearest in meaning to the given word.
Derisive

Correct option is B

Correct nearest meaning: (b) disdainful
Meaning of the given word (Derisive):
• Derisive → showing mockery; ridiculing; expressing scorn through laughter/words (Hindi: उपहासपूर्ण / तंज़भरा / मज़ाक उड़ाने वाला)
Example: He gave a derisive laugh at my mistake.
Meaning of the correct option (Disdainful):
• Disdainful → showing contempt; treating someone as unworthy (Hindi: तिरस्कारपूर्ण / घृणापूर्ण)
• Why it matches: derisive mockery comes from contempt/scorn, so “disdainful” is closest.
Example: She gave a disdainful look at the rude man.
Synonyms (Derisive): mocking, scornful, sneering, taunting.
Antonyms (Derisive): respectful, appreciative, admiring, complimentary.
Meanings of other options (in detail):
• (a) Quarrelsome → argumentative; fond of fighting (Hindi: झगड़ालू)
• (c) Abusive → using insulting language; offensive (Hindi: गाली-गलौज वाला / अपमानजनक)
• (d) Decent → respectable; proper (Hindi: सभ्य / शालीन)
Hence, option (b) is the correct answer.