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    Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Gullible
    Question

    Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
    Gullible

    A.

    Credulous

    B.

    Pliant

    C.

    Cynical

    D.

    Simple

    Correct option is C

    Option (c) is the correct antonym of the given word.

    Gullible: Easily deceived or fooled.

    Hindi meaning: भोला-भाला

    Example: He was so gullible that he believed the email claiming he had won a lottery.

    Cynical: Distrustful of human sincerity or integrity; skeptical of others' motives.

    Hindi Meaning: निंदक

    Example: Her cynical view of politics made her skeptical of any politician's promises.

    Synonyms: naive, credulous, trusting.
    Antonyms: skeptical, discerning, wary, cynical.
    Meanings of all options:
    Credulous: Easily believing or trusting too easily, especially without proper or adequate evidence.
    Pliant: Flexible, easily influenced or yielding to others' desires.
    Cynical: Distrusting or skeptical of others' motives, believing people are motivated by self-interest.
    Simple: Straightforward, uncomplicated, or easily understood; can also imply a lack of sophistication or guile.

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