Question

Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which is nearest in meaning to the italicised word in the sentence.
The munificence of the businessman was great.

• A. generosity
• B. stinginess
• C. misery
• D. tactfulness

Answer 1

The correct option is A generosity

The highlighted word means 'generosity'.

Option A is correct. As we can see, the option has the correct meaning and thus, it is the correct answer.

Options B, C and D are incorrect. They do not have the required meaning.

'Stinginess' means 'lack of generosity', 'misery' means 'sadness' and 'tactfulness' means 'thoughtfulness'.