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Antonyms — Identify the word most nearly opposite in meaning to ‘‘ARROGANT’’ (personality trait contrast for SSC/Bank English).

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Humble

Explanation:


Given data

  • Word: ARROGANT
  • Options: Humble; Cowardly; Egotistic; Gentlemanly


Concept/Approach
'Arrogant' = having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance; overbearing. The opposite personal quality is 'humble' = modest, not proud.


Why others are not antonyms
Cowardly: relates to courage, not pride.Egotistic: near-synonym, not opposite.Gentlemanly: courteous/refined; not a direct antonym of arrogance.


Example
An arrogant remark ↔ a humble reply.


Final Answer
Humble

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