Identify the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word.

The organizers were banking upon an immaculate performance from the star.

imperfect

The correct answer is Option (2) → imperfect

• mmaculate (Adjective): Perfectly clean, neat, or tidy; free from flaws or errors; flawless.

• Imperfect (Adjective): Not perfect; faulty or incomplete.

The opposite of a performance that is flawless (immaculate) is one that is faulty (imperfect).

Why the Other Options Are Incorrect: 

• Unsullied and pristine are synonyms of immaculate (meaning spotless or pure).

• Dispassionate means not influenced by strong emotion, which is unrelated to the concept of perfection or flawlessness.