Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word.
As long as I live, I shall be obliged to my Uncle.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. thankless.
Given word: Obliged
Meaning: Feeling grateful or thankful to someone for their help, kindness, or favor.
Example: I am deeply obliged to my teacher for guiding me through tough times.
Antonym: Thankless
Meaning: Not showing gratitude or appreciation; ungrateful.
Example: He did so much for them, yet they remained thankless and never appreciated his help.
Meaning of the other words:
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Indebted: grateful and owing thanks — synonym of obliged, not antonym.
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Grateful: thankful and appreciative — synonym.
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Pleased: feeling happy or satisfied — not opposite in meaning.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.