Question

Choose the word opposite in meaning to-
Sordid
a) Steady
b) Enthusiastic
c) Respectable
d) Splendid

Answer 1

Hint:The dictionary meaning of the given word ‘sordid' is ‘involving immoral or dishonorable actions and motives; arousing moral distaste and contempt'.

Complete answer:
The given word ‘sordid' is an adjective. It means morally ignoble or base; meanly selfish; self-seeking; or mercenary. For example, The story paints a sordid picture of bribes and scams. In the given question we have to choose the opposite of the word ‘sordid’.
Now, let us examine all the given options to find out the correct answer -
Option ‘a’ is Steady. It is an adjective that means firmly fixed, supported, or balanced; not shaking or moving. For example: Hold it steady.
Option ‘b’ is Enthusiastic. It is an adjective that means having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval. For example, kids are very enthusiastic.
Option ‘c’ is Respectable. It is an adjective that means regarded by society to be good, proper, or correct. For example, He is a respectable man.
Option ‘d’ is Splendid. It is an adjective which means magnificent; very impressive. For example A splendid view.
As we have analyzed all the given options, we can easily figure out the correct option. Here, the opposite of the word ‘sordid’ is ‘respectable’. Hence, option ‘c’ is the correct option.

Note:
All the other options are plausible distractions. Don’t confuse between ‘splendid’ and ‘respectable'. Splendid is a way to impress whereas respectable is a way of living.