SSC MTS 2026 PYQ — Question 71

SSC MTS - 17 Feb 2026 - Shift 2 • English • Q71

Choose the word that is the most appropriate synonym of the word "benevolent".

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

Benevolent: This word comes from the Latin roots bene (well) and velle (to wish). It describes someone who is well-meaning, kind, and charitable.

"Kind" directly matches the definition of wishing well or acting with goodwill toward others.

Cruel, harsh and greedy are antonyms of ‘benevolent’.