Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Abundant

Correct option is B

The correct antonym of the given word is (b) Scarce.
Abundant: Present in large quantity; more than enough. (प्रचुर मात्रा में उपलब्ध)
Example: Water is abundant in coastal regions.
Scarce: Limited or insufficient in quantity. (कमी में, दुर्लभ)
Example: Clean drinking water is scarce in many rural areas.
Synonyms: Plentiful, Overflowing, Ample, Lavish
Antonyms: Scarce, Meager, Insufficient, Lacking
Meanings of all the other given options:
· (a) Surplus: More than needed (अधिशेष)
· (c) Brilliant: Very bright or intelligent (बहुत तेज या चमकीला)
· (d) Rich: Wealthy or plentiful (धनी, प्रचुर)