Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Choose the correct antonym for the underlined word from the options given below:-

She was so piqued by the trite remarks by a colleague that she could not continue the presentation.

Options:

exasperated

isolated

delighted

ravaged

Correct Answer:

delighted

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → delighted

  • Piqued (Verb, used as Adjective): In this context, it means to feel irritated, annoyed, or resentful (often by a perceived slight).

  • Delighted (Adjective/Verb): Means feeling or showing great pleasure or joy. This is the direct opposite of being irritated or annoyed.

Other Options:

  • Exasperated (Adjective/Verb): Intensely irritated and frustrated. This is a synonym.

  • Isolated (Adjective/Verb): Far away from other places, buildings, or people; solitary. (Unrelated)

  • Ravaged (Adjective/Verb): Severely damaged or devastated. (Unrelated)