Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.

Last month tomatoes were quite cheap.

The correct answer is: Costly.

Key Points

• The word "cheap" means something that is low in price or cost. (सस्ता)
  • Example: The grocery store sells cheap fruits and vegetables that are affordable for everyone.
• "Costly" refers to something that is high in price or expensive. (महंगा)
  • Example: The designer handbag was too costly for her to afford.
• Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'cheap' is 'costly'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1.

Additional Information

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

• Insufficient (अपर्याप्त): Not enough; inadequate.
  • Example: The water supply was insufficient for the growing population.
• Inexpensive (सस्ता): Low in price; not costly.
  • Example: She found an inexpensive hotel for her trip.
• Less (कम): A smaller amount or quantity.
  • Example: He spends less time on social media these days.