Choose the word similar in meaning to the given word.
SKITTISH
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Jumpy
Skittish means nervous and easily frightened or excited. Its synonym is jumpy. Example: The skittish horse reared up at the sound of the band.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Stubborn | refusing to change one’s mind or behaviour (refusing to move, not nervous) | The stubborn donkey sat down in the middle of the lane. |
| (2) Composed | calm and in control of one’s feelings (the opposite of skittish) | Meenal stayed composed during her viva. |
| (3) Jumpy (answer) | nervous and quick to start at small things (same as skittish) | After watching the horror film, Kabir was jumpy all night. |
| (4) Clumsy | moving in an awkward way and often dropping or breaking things | The clumsy waiter spilled dal on the tablecloth. |
| Synonyms of skittish: jumpy, nervous, edgy Antonyms of skittish: calm, composed, steady, relaxed |