Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
Everyone feels that he is pompous, but I know the underlying truth that he is a man of great understanding and love.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Modest.
Given Word: Pompous
Meaning: Having or showing an exaggerated sense of one's importance; overly self-important or arrogant.
Example: His pompous speech annoyed everyone at the meeting.
Antonym: Modest – having a moderate or humble opinion of one's own importance; not arrogant.
Meaning of the other options:
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Lofty – elevated in character or spirit; noble.
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Grandiose – impressive or magnificent in appearance or style, often pretentious.
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Haughty – arrogantly superior and disdainful.
Final Sentence: Everyone feels that he is modest, but I know the underlying truth that he is a man of great understanding and love.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.