Choose one word which can be substituted for the given sentence:-
'One who acts against religion.'
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Heretic
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Egoist | a person who thinks mainly of himself and his own interests | The egoist never listened to anyone else's ideas. |
| (2) Heretic (answer) | a person who holds or acts on beliefs against the accepted teachings of a religion | In the Middle Ages, a heretic could be punished by the Church. |
| (3) Optimist | a person who always hopes for the best | Even after failing twice, the optimist was sure he would pass. |
| (4) stoic | a person who bears pain or hardship calmly without complaining | He remained a stoic through his long illness. |