Question
Download Solution PDFSelect the most appropriate meaning of the underlined word in the following sentence.
During the wedding ceremony, the bride seemed even quieter and more diffident than usual.
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is: Shy due to lack of confidence.
Key Points
- Diffident means lacking confidence or being shy. (आत्मविश्वास की कमी या शर्मीला होना)
- It is an adjective used to describe a person's behaviour or personality.
- For example- The new employee was diffident and hesitant to speak up in meetings.
- Therefore, the most appropriate meaning of 'diffident' is "Shy due to lack of confidence."
Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.
Additional Information
- Showing lack of interest - This is not the correct meaning of diffident.
- Bold in others' company - This is the opposite of diffident.
- Giving a false or misleading impression - This is not the correct meaning of diffident.
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