Choose the correct ANTONYM of the underlined word to fill in the blank.

Though the lion appeared to be gentle, it turned out that it was quite _____ and snarled at the visitors.

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Answer 1

The correct answer is 'ferocious'.

Key Points

The underlined word is "gentle".
"Gentle" means kind, mild, or not harsh. (विनम्र, कोमल)
We need to find the antonym, which means the opposite of "gentle".
"Ferocious" means savagely fierce, cruel, or violent. (भयंकर, क्रूर)
The context of the sentence ("snarled at the visitors") indicates a strong, aggressive nature, which is the opposite of gentle.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

Complete Sentence: Though the lion appeared to be gentle, it turned out that it was quite ferocious and snarled at the visitors.

Additional Information

Timid (डरपोक): means showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened. This is not the direct opposite of gentle in terms of aggression.
Innocent (निर्दोष): means not guilty of a crime or offense; not harmful or evil. While a gentle creature might also be innocent, it's not the direct antonym for "gentle" in the context of aggression.
Depressed (उदासीन): means in a state of unhappiness and low spirits. This is related to mood, not directly to the nature of being gentle or aggressive.