Choose the most appropriate antonym for ‘Umbrage’ from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Contented
Umbrage means a feeling of offence or annoyance at something said or done. It is mostly used in the phrase "take umbrage at". Its antonym is contented.
Example: She took umbrage at his rude remark.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Contented (answer) | satisfied and at peace (a contented person feels no offence or resentment) | The old couple lived a simple and contented life. |
| (2) Offended | upset or hurt by something said or done (one who takes umbrage is offended, so it is close in meaning, not opposite) | He was offended when nobody thanked him. |
| (3) Bitter | angry and resentful about unfair treatment (it is close to umbrage) | He was bitter about losing his job. |
| (4) Angered | made angry (it is again close to umbrage) | The fans were angered by the referee's decision. |