UP High Court RO / ARO 06 Jan 2022 Shift 1

Choose the correct synonym for the following: "Bashful".

Verified Answer
A. Aggressive
B. Gregarious
C. Dashing
D. Shy

Explanation:

The word 'bashful' means reluctant to draw attention to oneself; shy. Therefore, 'Shy' is a direct and accurate synonym. Option (1) 'Aggressive' means confrontational, which is the opposite. Option (2) 'Gregarious' means sociable, also the opposite. Option (3) 'Dashing' means stylish and confident, which does not align with the meaning of bashful.