Choose the most appropriate antonym of the underlined word.
The new boy stayed aloof during the class picnic and ate his lunch alone under a tree.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Sociable
In the given sentence, aloof means keeping away from other people, not friendly. Its antonym is sociable. Example: Our new neighbour stays aloof and never joins the society’s festivals.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Reserved | quiet and slow to share one’s feelings (a synonym of aloof) | Aditi is reserved at first but talks freely once she knows you. |
| (2) Sociable (answer) | friendly and fond of being with other people (opposite of aloof) | Our sociable landlady knows every family in the lane. |
| (3) Jealous | unhappy because someone else has what you want | Rohan felt jealous when his friend got a new bicycle. |
| (4) Honest | telling the truth and not cheating | Meera is honest and always owns up to her mistakes. |
| Synonyms of aloof: reserved, distant, detached, unfriendly Antonyms of aloof: sociable, friendly, warm, outgoing |