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".
Example: She took umbrage at his rude remark. - Contented means satisfied and at peace; a contented person feels no offence or resentment, so contented is the antonym among the options.
Example: The old couple lived a simple and contented life.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 2: Offended — Incorrect. Offended means upset or hurt by something said or done; one who takes umbrage is offended, so it is close in meaning, not opposite.
Example: He was offended when nobody thanked him.
Option 3: Bitter — Incorrect. Bitter means angry and resentful about unfair treatment; it is close to umbrage.
Example: He was bitter about losing his job.
Option 4: Angered — Incorrect. Angered means made angry; it is again close to umbrage.
Example: The fans were angered by the referee's decision.