Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word.
The penitent husband spends days at his wife's grave.

Correct option is A

The correct antonym of the given word is (a) Unrepentant.
Penitent: Feeling or showing regret for wrongdoing or sin. (Hindi: पश्चातापी)
Example: The penitent thief returned the stolen money.
Unrepentant: Not feeling sorry or showing no regret for one’s wrongdoing. (Hindi: पश्चाताप रहित)
Example: The unrepentant criminal showed no remorse in court.
Synonyms: Regretful, remorseful, apologetic, sorry
Antonyms: Unrepentant, shameless, impenitent, indifferent
Meanings of all the other given options:
· Sorry: Feeling sorrow or regret (Hindi: दुखी/पश्चातापी)
· Penniless: Having no money (Hindi: कंगाल)
· Pertinent: Relevant or related to the subject (Hindi: उपयुक्त, संबद्ध)