Question

Choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the italicized word:
The stranger who stayed with us was a ruthless fellow.

• A. candid
• B. sympathetic
• C. cordial
• D. courteous

Answer 1

The correct option is B sympathetic

Option B: 'Ruthless' means 'having or showing no pity or compassion for others'.

'Sympathetic' means 'feeling, showing or expressing sympathy'. 'Sympathy' is 'pity and concern for others'.

'Sympathy' means the opposite of 'ruthless'.

Hence option B is correct.

Option A: 'Candid' means 'truthful and straightforward'.

Option C: 'Cordial' means 'warm and friendly'.

Option D: 'Courteous' means 'polite, considerate or respectful in manner'.

These words do not mean the opposite of the italicized word 'ruthless'.

Hence options A, C and D are wrong.