Question

Choose the word/phrase which is opposite in meaning to the italicized word/phrase in the sentence.
Much to the chagrin of his parents, Ajit married a poor girl.
A) Satisfaction
B) Relief
C) Pleasure
D) Excitement

Answer 1

Hint: In the given question we have to choose from the above options, an option which best expresses the opposite meaning of the italicized word in the sentence i.e. ‘ Chagrin’. Chagrin implies a feeling of displeasure or annoyance related to failure or humiliation.

Complete answer:
Before choosing an option let us first understand the meaning of the given options-
A) Satisfaction - It refers to the feeling of being satisfied or a feeling of being content as a result of being able to do some work or due to fulfilment of a desire or due to achievement of any goal.
B) Relief - It refers to a feeling of relaxation, calmness or comfort after a period of stress. It can also refer to aids, assistance or any kind of help that is provided during a period of stress.
C) Pleasure - It refers to a feeling of happiness or enjoyment. It can also refer to an activity that makes someone feel good. It usually relates to a pleasant feeling.
D) Excitement - It refers to a feeling of hyper enthusiasm or intense happiness.

The correct answer is Pleasure. Chagrin refers to a feeling of displeasure or annoyance whereas pleasure refers to a feeling of delight and joy. Therefore, pleasure is the opposite of Chagrin.

Therefore the correct answer is option ‘C’.

Note: Pleasure can function as a noun, an adjective as well as a verb. As a noun it refers to a feeling as a verb it refers to activity and as an adjective, it refers to the quality of being pleasant. Chagrin functions only as a noun precisely as an abstract noun since it is a feeling.