Choose the option that best represents the antonym of the underlined word in the sentence.

The mountain climber faced a daunting challenge. 

The correct answer is: Encouraging.

Key Points

• The word "daunting" means something that intimidates or discourages someone; it can be overwhelming or frightening. (डरावना)
  • Example: The task of climbing Mount Everest is a daunting one, requiring immense preparation and courage.
• "Encouraging" refers to something that gives support, confidence, or hope to someone; it is the opposite of intimidating. (प्रोत्साहित करने वाला)
  • Example: The teacher's encouraging words motivated the students to keep trying despite their difficulties.
• Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'daunting' is 'encouraging'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.

Additional Information

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

• Difficult (कठिन): Something that requires a lot of effort or skill to accomplish.
  • Example: Solving complex math problems can be difficult for many students.
• Impossible (असंभव): Something that cannot be done or achieved.
  • Example: It is impossible to travel faster than the speed of light.
• Intimidating (डरावना): Something that makes someone feel frightened or overawed.
  • Example: The new manager's strict demeanour was intimidating to the employees.