Select the appropriate antonym for the underlined word.

There can't be anything positive about plastics with pathogens floating around.

The correct answer is 'Option 3' i.e. 'Depreciative'.

Key Points

• The appropriate antonym for the underlined word 'positive' is option 3) 'depreciative'.
• 'Positive' in this context refers to something beneficial, favorable, or good.(सकारात्मक).
• Therefore, the antonym should represent something unfavorable or bad.
• 'Depreciative' fits this description as it refers to something that lessens in value or is derogatory.(अवमूल्यन करने वाला).

Therefore, the correct answer is: 'Depreciative'.

Additional Information

• Here are the meanings of all the words in English and Hindi:
  • 'Approving' - Showing or feeling admiration or approval (अनुमोदन).
  • 'Flattering' - Full of praise and compliments (चापलूसी).
  • 'Fundamental' - Forming a necessary base or core; of central importance (मौलिक).