Choose from the following given options the word that is opposite in meaning (antonym) of the word given below:

AMBIVALENT

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  1. hesitant
  2. certain
  3. unsure
  4. ambiguous

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Option 2 : certain
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The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

  • The word "ambivalent" means having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone. (द्विविधाग्रस्त)
    • Example: She felt ambivalent about her job; she liked the work but disliked the commute.
  • "Certain" refers to being sure about something or having no doubts. (निश्चित)
    • Example: He was certain that he would pass the exam with flying colors.
  • Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'ambivalent' is 'certain'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.

Additional Information

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

  • Hesitant (संकोची): Uncertain or unwilling to make a decision.
    • Example: She was hesitant to accept the job offer because of the long commute.
  • Unsure (अनिश्चित): Lacking confidence in a decision or action.
    • Example: He was unsure about which direction to take.
  • Ambiguous (अस्पष्ट): Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.
    • Example: The instructions were so ambiguous that we didn’t know what to do.
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