Question

Select the option that means the opposite of the underlined word:
It was no altruistic motive that prompted him to help her.

• A. selfish
• B. inhuman
• C. brutal
• D. wicked

Answer 1

The correct option is A selfish

The word 'altruistic' is an adjective, which means 'unselfish; showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others'. Example: Altruistic act. It is the opposite of the word, 'selfish'. Hence, option A, 'selfish' is the correct answer.

The word, 'inhuman' is an adjective which means 'lacking human qualities of compassion and mercy'. It also means 'cruel'. For example: Inhuman behaviour.

The word, 'brutal" is an adjective which means 'savagely violent'. For example: Brutal attack.

The word, 'wicked' is an adjective which means 'bad/evil/morally wrong' For example: Wicked person.

As the meanings of the words, 'inhuman', 'brutal' and 'wicked' are not opposites of the meaning of the word, 'altruistic', options B, C and D are incorrect.