Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Choose the word that describes the best antonym (opposite) of the following words.
Depressed

Options:

Satisfied

Elated

Impressed

Affected

Correct Answer:

Elated

Explanation:

The best antonym for depressed is elated.

  • Depressed means feeling sad, unhappy, or downcast.
  • Elated means feeling very happy, excited, or joyful.

The other options are not opposites of depressed.

  • Satisfied means feeling content or fulfilled.
  • Impressed means feeling admiration or respect for someone or something.
  • Affected means behaving in a way that is not genuine or natural.