SSC CPO 2025 PYQ — Question 167

SSC CPO - 9 Dec 2025 - Shift 2 • English • Q167

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
Sanguine

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

Sanguine means optimistic, positive, and hopeful.

Its opposite (antonym) is Pessimistic, which means expecting negative outcomes.

Other options:

Optimistic / Cheerful / Hopeful = similar meanings (not antonyms)

Hindi Meaning:

Sanguine = आशावादी / सकारात्मक सोच वाला

Pessimistic = निराशावादी