Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for the highlighted word.
The malice he developed for all caused a lot of damage.
Option 1: avarice
Option 2: grace
Option 3: oppression
Option 4: sympathy
Correct Answer: sympathy
Solution : The fourth option is the correct answer.
Malice refers to the desire to harm or see others suffer. On the other hand, sympathy denotes feelings of compassion, understanding, and concern for the well-being of others.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
- Avarice means excessive greed for wealth or material gain.
- Grace means elegance, beauty, or charm in movement, expression, or appearance.
- Oppression means prolonged cruel or unjust treatment, often involving the exercise of authority.
Therefore, the correct answer is sympathy.
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