Read the given sentence carefully. Change the meaning of the sentence by replacing the underlined word with its ANTONYM from the following options.

I have keen interest in reading the mind of those students who are boisterous at home but on their best behaviour at school.

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  1. clamorous
  2. raucous
  3. placid
  4. frothing

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Option 3 : placid
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The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

  • The word "boisterous" means noisy, energetic, and cheerful; rowdy. (उल्लासपूर्ण)
    • Example: The children were boisterous as they played in the park.
  • "Placid" refers to something that is not easily upset or excited; calm and peaceful. (शांत)
    • Example: The lake was placid and serene, perfect for a quiet afternoon.

Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'boisterous' is 'placid'.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

  • Clamorous (कोलाहलपूर्ण): Making a loud and confused noise.
    • Example: The clamorous crowd demanded to be heard.
  • Raucous (कर्कश): Making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise.
    • Example: The raucous laughter from the party next door kept me awake all night.
  • Frothing (झागयुक्त): Forming or containing a rising or overflowing mass of small bubbles.
    • Example: The frothing waves crashed against the shore.
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