Choose the word that is the closest antonym of the underlined word:-
Considering how terrible the situation was, her levity was appalling.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → gravity
Levity means the treatment of a serious matter with humour or lack of due respect.
Option 1 – Frivolity: Light-heartedness or lack of seriousness; similar to levity, not its opposite.
Option 2 – Witticism: A clever or humorous remark; also reflects humor like levity.
Option 3 – Criticism: Expression of disapproval or judgment; unrelated to seriousness or lightness.
Option 4 – Gravity: Seriousness or solemnity; this is the correct antonym of levity.