Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for the underlined word in the given sentence.
He feels that wealthy people view him with contempt because he is poor.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Admiration.
Contempt means a feeling of disdain or disrespect towards someone.
Example: She looked at him with contempt because of his dishonest behavior.
Admiration means deep respect or appreciation, which is the opposite of "contempt."
Example: She has great admiration for her mentor.
Meaning of the other words:
Derision: Mockery or ridicule (similar to contempt).
Scorn: Also means disdain or disrespect (similar to contempt).
Obscurity: Being unknown or not clearly understood (not an antonym).
Hence, the chosen option is correct.