Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for the highlighted word.
The negligent attitude of the cops was criticised.

Correct option is A

The correct antonym of the given word is (a) attentive.
Negligent: means failing to take proper care in doing something; careless or inattentive. (लापरवाह, असावधान)
Example: The doctor was found negligent in treating the patient.
Attentive: means paying close attention to something or someone; careful. (सतर्क, सावधान)
Example: The student was highly attentive during the lecture and noted every detail.
Synonyms: careless, inattentive, reckless, neglectful
Antonyms: attentive, alert, careful, cautious
Meanings of all the other given options:
· (b) reluctant – unwilling or hesitant (अनिच्छुक) – not the opposite of negligent
· (c) amplify – to increase in volume or size (बढ़ाना) – unrelated
· (d) bored – uninterested (उबाऊ महसूस करना) – not an antonym of negligent