Select the word which is OPPOSITE in the meaning of the given word ?
Benign
A. Malevolent
B. Soft
C. Friendly
D. Unwise
Answer : A. Malevolent
Explanation :
- Soft : Easy to mould, Cut, Compress or Fold, Not hard or firm to the touch, Soft, Bland, Malleable, Moderate, Tender, Flaccid.
- Friendly : kind and pleasant.
- Unwise: (Of a person or action) Not wise or sensible, Foolish.
- Malevolent : Having or showing a wish to do evil to others.
- Benign : Gentle and kind.
Antonym of Benign is Malevolent.