From the given options, select the word which is opposite in meaning to the underlined word:-

India's top star was in the news for churlishly refusing a generous film deal.

politely

The correct answer is Option (4) → politely

• Churlishly means in a rude, uncivil, or surly manner. It describes behavior that is deliberately ill-mannered or ungracious.

• Politely means in a manner that is respectful and considerate of other people; courteously. This is the direct opposite of being churlish.

The other options are synonyms or close in meaning to churlishly:

• Sullenly: Bad-tempered and sulky; gloomy.

• Unpleasantly: In a way that causes discomfort or unhappiness.

• Rudely: In an offensive or disrespectful way.