Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
The crowd gave an exultant cheer to the football team when they were exiting the airport.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. disconsolate.
Given word: Exultant
Meaning: Exultant means triumphantly happy or joyfully excited, especially due to success or victory.
Example: She was exultant after winning the gold medal.
Antonym: Disconsolate
Meaning: Disconsolate means deeply unhappy or hopelessly sad, unable to be comforted.
Example: He was disconsolate after hearing about the failure of his startup.
Meaning of the other options:
Rejoicing: Expressing great joy
Jubilant: Feeling or expressing great happiness
Elated: Extremely happy and excited
Hence, the chosen option is correct.