Identify the word closest in meaning to the underlined word from the options given below:-

The acrimonious scenes at the board meeting depicted the members in a poor light.

rancorous

The correct answer is Option (2) → rancorous

• Acrimonious (Adjective) means (typically of speech or a debate) angry and bitter.

• Rancorous (Adjective) means characterized by bitterness or resentment. This is the closest synonym.

• Amiable means having or displaying a friendly and pleasant manner; this is an antonym.

• Energetic means showing great activity or vitality (unrelated).

• Humorous means causing laughter and amusement (unrelated).