Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence.
The idea of investing all of his life savings in a risky startup seemed like an act of lunacy to his financial advisor.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Sanity.
Given word: Lunacy
Meaning: Mental illness or extreme foolishness
Example: Quitting your job without a plan is lunacy.
Antonym: Sanity
Meaning: Sound mental health and reason
Example: He maintained his sanity during the crisis.
Meaning of the other options:
- Dismay: Shock or distress
- Delusion: False belief
- Insanity: Severe mental illness
Hence, the chosen option is the correct antonym.