Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
PRECIOUS

Correct option is A

The correct antonym of the given word is (a) worthless.
PRECIOUS: Very valuable or important; highly cherished. (कीमती, मूल्यवान)
Example: This ring is very precious to me as it belonged to my grandmother.
WORTHLESS: Having no value, importance, or use. (बेकार, मूल्यहीन)
Example: This damaged coin is now completely worthless.
Synonyms of PRECIOUS: valuable, treasured, dear, beloved.
Antonyms of PRECIOUS: worthless, valueless, insignificant, unimportant.
Meanings of all the other options:
· (b) Plentiful: Existing in great quantity (प्रचुर मात्रा में)
· (c) Ugly: Unpleasant to look at (बदसूरत)
· (d) Costly: Expensive (महँगा) – this is a synonym, not an antonym