Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Malice
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Sympathy.
Given word: Malice
Meaning: The desire to harm someone or wish evil upon others; ill will.
Example: He spoke with malice, hoping to ruin his colleague’s reputation.
Antonym – Sympathy
Meaning: Feelings of pity, kindness, or understanding toward someone’s suffering or misfortune.
Example: She felt sympathy for the injured dog and took it to the vet immediately.
Meaning of the other words:
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Animosity: strong hostility or hatred (similar in meaning to malice).
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Resentment: bitter indignation at being treated unfairly (similar in meaning).
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Antipathy: a deep feeling of dislike (also similar in meaning).
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.