Question

Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which is nearest in meaning to the italicised word in the sentence.
The attitude of the Western countries towards the Third World countries is rather callous to say the least.

• A. unfeeling
• B. cursed
• C. unwanted
• D. passive

Answer 1

The correct option is A unfeeling

The highlighted word means 'insensitive'.

Option A is correct. 'Unfeeling' also means 'insensitive'. Since it has the required meaning, it is the correct answer.

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

'Cursed' means 'blamed'.

'Unwanted' means 'not wanted'.

'Passive' means 'nonviolent'.