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    Select the word from the options which is exactly opposite in meaning to the bracketed word given in the sentence below. Having an (active) youngst
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    Select the word from the options which is exactly opposite in meaning to the bracketed word given in the sentence below.
    Having an (active) youngster around the house can be quite wearing.

    A.

    Bustling

    B.

    Streaming

    C.

    Abeyant

    D.

    progressive

    Correct option is C


    The word “active” means someone who is energetic or constantly in motion. The best antonym among the choices is “abeyant,” which means temporarily inactive or suspended.
    Hindi Explanation:
    "Active" का मतलब होता है सक्रिय और ऊर्जा से भरा हुआ। "Abeyant" का अर्थ होता है अस्थायी रूप से निष्क्रिय।
    Example: His social involvement is abeyant due to personal reasons.
    Synonyms of Active: energetic, lively, dynamic.
    Antonyms of Active: abeyant, dormant, inactive.
    Meanings of the other options:
    · (a) Bustling – Full of noisy activity.
    · Hindi: चहल-पहल भरा
    · (b) Streaming – Flowing or transmitting continuously.
    · Hindi: बहता हुआ / प्रवाहित
    · (c) Abeyant – Temporarily inactive.
    · Hindi: निष्क्रिय
    · (d) Progressive – Advancing, developing.
    · Hindi: प्रगतिशील

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