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Select the word that is opposite in meaning (ANTONYM) to the word given below. Sanguine
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Select the word that is opposite in meaning (ANTONYM) to the word given below.
Sanguine

A.

Undoubtful

B.

Spirited

C.

Taurine

D.

Depressed

Correct option is D

The correct antonym of the given word is (d) Depressed.

Given word – Sanguine:

  • Meaning: Cheerful, optimistic, and confident, especially in a difficult situation. (Hindi meaning: आशावादी / प्रसन्नचित्त)
  • Example: Despite the setbacks, she remained sanguine about the final result.

Correct answer word – Depressed:

  • Meaning: Sad, low in spirits, or discouraged. (Hindi meaning: उदास / निराश)
  • Example: He felt depressed after hearing the bad news.

Synonyms of Sanguine:

  • optimistic, cheerful, hopeful, confident

Antonyms of Sanguine:

  • depressed, pessimistic, gloomy, discouraged

Meanings of all the other given options:

  • (a) Undoubtful – Certain; not doubtful (निश्चित); not opposite of optimistic.
  • (b) Spirited – Lively/energetic (जोशपूर्ण); similar in tone to sanguine, not opposite.
  • (c) Taurine – Related to bulls; not relevant as an antonym here.

So the correct answer is (d)

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