Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Synonyms

Question:

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

ANODYNE

Options:

Harmful

Benign

Hostile

Gigantic

Correct Answer:

Benign

Explanation:

The most appropriate synonym for the word "anodyne" is benign.

  • Harmful means causing damage or injury.
  • Hostile means unfriendly or aggressive.
  • Gigantic means extremely large.

Benign means harmless or not dangerous. It can also be used to describe something that is mild or soothing.