Choose the one word for the given expression.
Feeling or showing deep sorrow for having done wrong
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Contrite
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Indignant | angry about something that seems unfair | The passengers were indignant when the train was cancelled without notice. |
| (2) Callous | not caring about the pain of others (feels no sorrow at all) | The callous driver did not stop to help the injured man. |
| (3) Contrite (answer) | feeling or showing deep sorrow for a wrong one has done | The contrite boy returned the stolen pen and said sorry to his friend. |
| (4) Resentful | bitter about being treated unfairly (feels wronged by others) | Amit felt resentful when his younger brother got the bigger room. |