Q. Choose the correct antonym of the given word: Courteous
✅ Correct Answer: (B)
Insolent
Explanation: Courteous means polite and respectful.
Let's analyze the options:
(A) Scrupulous – Means careful and honest, not an antonym.
(B) Insolent – Means rude and disrespectful, which is the opposite of courteous.
(C) Emollient – Means soothing or softening, unrelated.
(D) Flaccid – Means weak or limp, unrelated.
Correct Answer:
(B) Insolent.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Courteous means polite and respectful.
Let's analyze the options:
(A) Scrupulous – Means careful and honest, not an antonym.
(B) Insolent – Means rude and disrespectful, which is the opposite of courteous.
(C) Emollient – Means soothing or softening, unrelated.
(D) Flaccid – Means weak or limp, unrelated.
Correct Answer:
(B) Insolent.
Let's analyze the options:
(A) Scrupulous – Means careful and honest, not an antonym.
(B) Insolent – Means rude and disrespectful, which is the opposite of courteous.
(C) Emollient – Means soothing or softening, unrelated.
(D) Flaccid – Means weak or limp, unrelated.
Correct Answer:
(B) Insolent.