Select the correct antonym for the word: BELLIGERENT

Friendly

The correct answer is Option (2) → Friendly

Belligerent means hostile, aggressive, or ready to fight. Friendly is the opposite, meaning kind, pleasant, and peaceful in nature.

Other options:

Option (1): Brave – means courageous or fearless; it is not the opposite of being aggressive.

Option (3): Hostile – means unfriendly or antagonistic; it is a synonym, not an antonym of belligerent.

Option (4): Bemused – means confused or puzzled; it is unrelated to being aggressive or peaceful.