Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
I was happy to know that Sheila passed her final exams.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Sad.
Given word: Happy
Meaning: Feeling or showing pleasure, joy, or contentment.
Example: He was happy to receive the award.
Antonym: Sad
Meaning: Feeling sorrow or unhappiness.
Example: She felt sad after hearing the bad news.
Meaning of the other words:
Joyful: Full of joy; very happy.
Upbeat: Optimistic or cheerful.
Excited: Feeling enthusiastic or eager.
Hence, the chosen option is the correct antonym.