Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Select the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word from the options given below:-

His brash temperament alienated all his friends.

Options:

meek

arrogant

brazen

audacious

Correct Answer:

meek

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → meek

  • Brash means self-assertive in a rude, noisy, or overbearing way; impudent; tactless. It describes someone who is aggressively bold and inconsiderate.

  • Meek means quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive. It describes a person who is the opposite of aggressively bold and is characterized by a lack of assertiveness.

Other Options

  • Arrogant: Means having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities. This is a synonym of a brash temperament.

  • Brazen: Means bold and without shame. This is a synonym of brash.

  • Audacious: Means showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks; daring. This is also a synonym of brash.