Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word from the following sentence.
Decent
My father taught me to be true and ethical in business as dishonesty leads to downfall.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. dishonesty.
Decent means behaving in a moral and socially acceptable way.
Example: He is a decent man who always helps others.
Dishonesty means lack of integrity, being untruthful or unethical.
Example: His dishonesty in business led to huge losses.
Meaning of the other options:
Ethical: Morally right or following accepted standards of conduct.
Downfall: A sudden loss of power, success, or wealth.
True: In accordance with fact or reality; genuine and honest.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.