Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
REPUGNANT
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Pleasant.
1. REPUGNANT: extremely distasteful; unacceptable.
- Synonym: abominable, contradictory, disgusting.
- Antonym: agreeable, delightful, likeable.
Ex: Somehow or other, the idea of her marrying anyone was repugnant to me.
2. Pleasant: giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment.
- Synonym: amusing, bland, charming.
- Antonym: agitated, discordant, bitter.
3. Odious: extremely unpleasant; repulsive.
4. Austere: severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance.
5. Sombre: dark or dull in colour or tone; gloomy.
Analyzing the above meanings the correct antonym for REPUGNANT is Pleasant.