Choose the correct antonym for the word: Ebullient

Gloomy

The correct answer is Option 4: Gloomy

The word “Ebullient” means full of energy, enthusiasm, and excitement.

Options analysis:

• Exuberant → Same meaning as ebullient, so not an antonym.

• Benevolent → Means kind and charitable, not opposite in meaning.

• Distress → Refers to suffering or trouble, but not the opposite of being cheerful/enthusiastic.

• Gloomy → Means sad, dull, or lacking cheerfulness → this is the opposite of ebullient.