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

    Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
    Profuse

    A.

    Scarce

    B.

    Humble

    C.

    Prompt

    D.

    Just

    Correct option is A

    The correct antonym of the given word is (a) Scarce.
    Profuse:
    · Meaning: Produced or given in large amounts; abundant, excessive. ( अत्यधिक, प्रचुर)
    · Example: She apologized profusely for her mistake.
    Scarce:
    · Meaning: Limited in quantity, rare, not easily available. ( अल्प, दुर्लभ)
    · Example: During the drought, clean water was scarce.
    Synonyms of "Profuse": Abundant, Plentiful, Lavish, Excessive.
    Antonyms of "Profuse": Scarce, Sparse, Meager, Insufficient.
    Meanings of other options:
    · Humble: Modest or not arrogant. ( विनम्र)
    · Prompt: Immediate or quick in action. ( शीघ्र, तत्पर)
    · Just: Fair and reasonable. ( न्यायसंगत, उचित)

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