Question

Choose the word/phrase which is opposite in meaning to the italicized bold word/phrase in the sentence.
Gandhi did not welcome the idea of being a mute spectator to the atrocious behavior of the whites towards the non-whites in Africa.

• A. gracious
• B. noble
• C. civilized
• D. pleasing

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

noble

The word 'atrocious' refers to being horrifyingly wicked.
Option A, gracious refers to being courteous, kind and pleasant, especially towards someone of lower status.
Option B, noble refers to having or showing high moral qualities.
Option C, civilized refers to being polite and well mannered.
Option D, pleasing refers to feeling or showing pleasure or satisfaction.
Thus, according to the meaning, the word 'noble' is the opposite of the word 'atrocious'.