Question

    Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the bold word.

    She is optimistic about her future.

    A Hopeful Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Pessimistic Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Positive Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Confident Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The antonym of "optimistic" is "pessimistic," which refers to someone who tends to see the worst aspect of things or believes that the worst will happen. "Optimistic" means hopeful and confident about the future.

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