Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the capitalised word in the given sentence.
The favouritism of the boss led to many DISGRUNTLED employees.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The most appropriate antonym of the capitalized word DISGRUNTLED in the given sentence is pleased.
- Disgruntled means "unhappy or dissatisfied, especially with one's situation."
- Pleased means "feeling or showing satisfaction or contentment."
So, the opposite of being disgruntled would be to be pleased, or to feel satisfied or content.
The other words do not have opposite meanings to disgruntled.
- Disturbed means "unsettled or upset."
- Determined means "having made a firm decision or intention."
- Miserable means "very unhappy or wretched."