Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence.

The teacher praised the student for his diligent work and consistent effort.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "diligent" means showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties. (मेहनती)
  • Example: She was diligent in her studies, ensuring she reviewed her notes every night.
• "Lazy" refers to someone unwilling to work or use energy; idle. (आलसी)
  • Example: He was too lazy to get up and turn off the light, so he slept with it on all night.
• Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'diligent' is 'lazy'.

Additional Information

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

• Frazzle (थकावट): To exhaust physically or emotionally.
  • Example: The long journey frazzled everyone, and they fell asleep as soon as they reached home.
• Persistent (दृढ़): Continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action despite difficulty or opposition.
  • Example: Her persistent efforts finally paid off when she passed the exam.
• Squander (बर्बाद करना): To waste something, especially money or time, in a reckless and foolish manner.
  • Example: He squandered all his savings on expensive gadgets he never used.