In each of the questions below, certain words are highlighted. Mark the option that is the most opposite in meaning to the highlighted word(s). The trends suggest that most of the new members got themselves deregistered within 7 – 10 days of their joining due to the exacting instructor.
Explanation:
“Exacting” means ‘rigid or severe in demands or requirements’. ‘Insouciant’ means ‘carefree, marked by blithe unconcern’. ‘Discourteous’ means ‘impolite, uncivil, rude’. ‘Grievous’ means ‘causing great sorrow or great pain or suffering’. ‘Fastidious’ means ‘to be excessively particular, critical or demanding’. From the above meanings, ‘insouciant’ is the most suitable antonym for the word “exacting.” Hence, the correct answer is option 1.
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