Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word in the given sentence to fill in the blank.
The nature of these two brothers is different. One is arrogant whereas the other one is ____________.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Humble.
Given word: Arrogant
Meaning: Having an exaggerated sense of one’s own importance; overbearing
Example: His arrogant behavior annoyed everyone at the meeting.
Antonym: Humble
Meaning: Modest and respectful; not proud or arrogant
Example: Despite his success, he remained humble and approachable.
Meaning of the other words:
Honest – Truthful; not an antonym of arrogant
Rude – Impolite; unrelated
Better – Comparative adjective; unrelated
Hence, the chosen option is correct.