Select the most appropriate antonym of the word 'yelling' in the given sentence.
The shouting and exclaiming gestures of Smita led to the whispering regarding her behavior, and everyone in the party started monitoring her.

Correct option is D

The correct antonym of the given word "yelling" is "whispering."
· "Yelling" means shouting loudly or raising one's voice to be heard (चिल्लाना).
· Example: The coach was yelling at the players for their mistakes.
· "Whispering" means speaking very softly or quietly (फुसफुसाना).
· Example: She whispered the secret into her friend's ear.
Synonyms: shouting, screaming, hollering, bellowing.
Antonyms: whispering, murmuring, muttering, mumbling.
Meanings of other given options:
· "Exclaiming" – speaking suddenly with surprise or strong emotion (चिल्लाकर कहना).
· "Shouting" – raising one's voice loudly (चिल्लाना).
· "Monitoring" – observing or keeping watch over something (निगरानी करना).
Thus, "whispering" is the correct antonym of "yelling."