Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Select the word opposite in meaning to the word: Presumptuous

Options:

Pretentious

Brash

Bountiful

Unassuming

Correct Answer:

Unassuming

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → Unassuming

  • Presumptuous (Adjective) means failing to observe the limits of what is permitted or appropriate; overstepping bounds; excessively confident or arrogant.

  • Unassuming (Adjective) means not attracting attention; modest and humble; not presumptuous. This is the clear antonym.

Other Options: 

  • Pretentious means attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed. (Synonym, or closely related).

  • Brash means self-assertive in a rude, noisy, or overbearing way. (Synonym, or closely related).

  • Bountiful means large in quantity; generous. (Unrelated).