Question
Download Solution PDFSelect the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Derision
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is: Option 3 i.e. Admiration.
Key Points
- The word "derision" means contemptuous ridicule or mockery. (उपहास)
- Example: His proposal was met with derision from his colleagues.
- "Admiration" refers to a feeling of respect and warm approval. (प्रशंसा)
- Example: She looked at the artist's work with great admiration.
- Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'derision' is 'admiration'.
Therefore, the correct answer is: Admiration.
Additional Information
Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:
- Disintegration (टूटना): The process of losing cohesion or strength.
- Example: The disintegration of the ancient ruins was evident after the earthquake.
- Termination (समाप्ति): The action of bringing something to an end.
- Example: The termination of the contract was unexpected.
- Estimation (अनुमान): A rough calculation of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something.
- Example: The estimation for the new project budget was higher than anticipated.
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