Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Gratification

Correct option is A

The correct antonym of the given word is (a) Dissatisfaction.
Gratification: a state of pleasure or satisfaction gained from fulfilling a desire, need, or expectation; the pleasurable emotion of contentment after achievement. (Hindi: संतोष, तृप्ति, आनंद)
Example: He felt deep gratification after helping the students.
Dissatisfaction: the feeling of not being pleased or content; a sense of disappointment or discontent due to unmet expectations. (Hindi: असंतोष, असंतुष्टि)
Example: Public dissatisfaction grew when services did not improve.
Synonyms (gratification): satisfaction, contentment, pleasure, delight.
Antonyms (gratification): dissatisfaction, discontent, displeasure, frustration.
Meanings of all the other given options:
· (b) Growth: increase in size, number, or quality; development (Hindi: विकास, वृद्धि)
· (c) Blessing: a beneficial thing; God’s favour (Hindi: आशीर्वाद, वरदान)
· (d) Pleasure: a feeling of happy satisfaction and enjoyment (Hindi: आनंद, सुख)