Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word in brackets to fill in the blank. The chef prepared a ________ (spicy) curry with bland flavours for those who preferred less heat.

Correct option is D

The correct antonym of the word spicy is (d) mild.
Given word: Spicy
Meaning: Containing strong flavors, especially hot from spices.
Hindi meaning: तीखा, मसालेदार ✅
Correct answer word: Mild
Meaning: Not strong in flavor, taste, or intensity.
Hindi meaning: हल्का, सौम्य ✅
Example: The curry was mild and perfect for children.
Synonyms of Spicy: hot, fiery, pungent, zesty.
Antonyms of Spicy: bland, mild, tasteless.
Meanings of all options:
· (a) fiery – intense or hot.
Hindi meaning: तीव्र, जलता हुआ ❌
· (b) zesty – full of flavor.
Hindi meaning: मसालेदार ❌
· (c) pungent – strong and sharp in smell or taste.
Hindi meaning: तीखा ❌
· (d) mild – soft in flavor.
Hindi meaning: हल्का ✅