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Question : Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Despite being his competitor, John was generous and forgiving in defeat and congratulated his opponent on his well-deserved victory.

Option 1: altruistic

Option 2: magnanimous

Option 3: fainthearted

Option 4: venomous


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: magnanimous


Solution : The correct choice will be the second option .

The meanings of the given words are:

  • Altruistic: It denotes a kind person .
  • Magnanimous: It denotes a generous and kind person.
  • Fainthearted: It denotes a non-brave person.
  • Venomous: It denotes toxicity.

As adjectives, the difference between altruistic and magnanimous is that altruistic is regardful of others, beneficent, and unselfish, while magnanimous is noble and generous in spirit.

Therefore, the correct answer will be magnanimous .

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