Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
The coach was optimistic that Ronald will play the quarter final.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Doubtful.
Optimistic means having or showing hope for a successful future and being certain about something. Doubtful is the correct antonym as it refers to something being unlikely or uncertain.
Thus, the sentence becomes:- The coach was doubtful that Ronald will play the quarter final.
(The coach was not sure that Ronald will be playing the quarter final)