Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

From the given options, choose the one which is opposite in meaning to the given word.

Humility

Options:

Dignity

Pride

Insensitivity

Compassionate

Correct Answer:

Pride

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2: Pride

Humility means having a modest opinion of one’s own importance — not being arrogant or boastful. The opposite of humility is pride, which refers to a high or exaggerated sense of one’s own worth or accomplishments. These are direct antonyms.

Why not the other options?

  1. Dignity – Refers to self-respect and a sense of worth, but it does not directly oppose humility. A humble person can have dignity.

  2. Insensitivity – Means lacking feeling or concern for others. This relates more to emotional awareness than to humility.

  3. Compassionate – Means showing sympathy and concern for others, which often goes hand-in-hand with humility, not against it.