Correct option is C
The correct synonym of the given word is (c)
Expect.
Anticipate: To regard something as probable; expect or predict. (उम्मीद करना, पहले से जानना)
Example: The company anticipates a rise in sales this quarter.
Expect: To think something will happen. (आशा करना / उम्मीद करना)
Example: I
expect the bus to arrive soon.
Synonyms: foresee, await, predict, forecast.
Antonyms: doubt, ignore, overlook, disregard.
Meanings of other options:
· (a)
Prefer: To like better. (पसंद करना)
· (b)
Accept: To agree or receive. (स्वीकार करना)
· (d)
Doubt: To be uncertain. (शंका करना)