Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Gratification

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  1. Dissatisfaction
  2. Growth
  3. Blessing
  4. Pleasure

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Option 1 : Dissatisfaction
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The correct answer is "Dissatisfaction".

Key Points

  • "Gratification" is the pleasing feeling you get when you achieve something you wanted or when you receive something you desired. (संतोष) 
    • Example-  Her promotion was a source of gratification.
  • "Dissatisfaction" means the state of feeling dissatisfaction, a lack of satisfaction. (असंतुष्टि)
    • Example- The customer expressed his dissatisfaction with the product's quality.
  • Hence, the option that is opposite in meaning to the given word is "Dissatisfaction".

Therefore, the correct answer is 'option 1'.

Additional Information

  • Lets see the meaning of the other options:
  • "Growth" signifies the process of increasing in size. (विकास)
  • "Blessing" refers to God's favor and protection. (आशीर्वाद)
  • "Pleasure" is a state or feeling of happiness or satisfaction. (आनंद)
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