Select the antonym of the word Jocular.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Solemn
Jocular means fond of joking, or said in a funny, playful way. Its antonym is solemn. Example: Mamaji’s jocular remarks kept everyone laughing at dinner.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Playful | full of fun and fond of teasing in a light way (a synonym of jocular) | Dadaji gave Chintu a playful pat on the head. |
| (2) Timid | shy and easily frightened | The timid kitten hid under the bed when the guests came. |
| (3) Greedy | wanting much more food, money or things than one needs | The greedy shopkeeper raised his prices during the floods. |
| (4) Solemn (answer) | serious, with no joking at all (opposite of jocular) | The students stood in solemn silence on Martyrs’ Day. |
| Synonyms of jocular: humorous, playful, witty, joking Antonyms of jocular: solemn, serious, grave, sober |