Choose the correct option to complete the following sentence:
When the umpire’s third wrong decision of the day went against him, the veteran batsman could only give a ______ smile, shake his head and walk back to the pavilion.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → wry
Complete sentence: When the umpire’s third wrong decision of the day went against him, the veteran batsman could only give a wry smile, shake his head and walk back to the pavilion.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) wry (answer) | showing that one finds a bad or annoying situation slightly funny (fits a smile at a third wrong decision) | When the power went off just as the match reached the last over, Papa made a wry joke about our “lucky” electricity board. |
| (2) smug | too pleased with oneself | Kabir wore a smug look after he was the only one to solve the puzzle. |
| (3) sheepish | embarrassed because one has done something silly or wrong | Riya gave a sheepish grin when she realised she had come to school on a holiday. |
| (4) radiant | glowing with joy and happiness | The bride’s radiant face lit up the whole wedding hall. |