Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Despite his initial ___________, he eventually agreed to join the team.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. reluctance.
Context: The sentence indicates that initially he hesitated or was unwilling to join the team, but later changed his mind.
Meaning of the words:
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Reluctance – means unwillingness or hesitation, correct here.
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Compassion – means sympathy or concern for others, irrelevant.
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Determination – means firmness of purpose, opposite of hesitation.
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Enthusiasm – means eagerness or excitement, opposite of reluctance.
Correct word: Reluctance, because it conveys his initial hesitation before agreeing.
Final Sentence: Despite his initial reluctance, he eventually agreed to join the team.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.