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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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