Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word in the given sentence.
The kids have been pestering me to buy them new toys.

Correct option is A

The correct antonym of the given word is "pacifying."
Given Word: Pestering
Meaning: To annoy or bother someone repeatedly with requests or demands. (Hindi: बार-बार परेशान करना)
✅ My little brother keeps pestering me to play video games with him.
Correct Answer: Pacifying
Meaning: To calm or soothe someone, reducing their distress or agitation. (Hindi: शांत करना, दिलासा देना)
✅ The mother was pacifying her crying baby by rocking him gently.
Synonyms of Pestering:
Nagging, irritating, bothering, annoying
Antonyms of Pestering:
Pacifying, soothing, comforting, calming
Meanings of the Other Options:
· (b) "Perturbing" – Disturbing or making someone anxious. (Hindi: परेशान करना)
· (c) "Bugging" – Informal term for annoying or bothering. (Hindi: तंग करना)
· (d) "Tormenting" – Causing severe suffering or distress. (Hindi: यातना देना)