Select the word that is closest in meaning (SYNONYM) to the word given below.
Diffident

Correct option is C

The correct synonym of the given word is (c) Bashful.

Given word – Diffident:

• Meaning: Shy and lacking self-confidence; hesitant due to insecurity. (Hindi meaning: संकोची / आत्मविश्वास की कमी वाला)
• Example: He was diffident during the interview and answered very softly.

Correct answer word – Bashful:

• Meaning: Shy, easily embarrassed, and modest. (Hindi meaning: शर्मीला / संकोची)
• Example: The bashful child hid behind his mother when guests arrived.

Synonyms of Diffident:

• shy, timid, hesitant, self-conscious

Antonyms of Diffident:

• confident, assertive, bold, self-assured

Meanings of all the other given options:

• (a) Confident – Sure of oneself (आत्मविश्वासी); antonym, not synonym.
• (b) Boastful – Proudly showing off (घमंडी/डींग मारने वाला); opposite in sense.
• (d) Ignorant – Lacking knowledge (अज्ञानी); unrelated to shyness.

So the correct answer is (c)