Select the antonym of the word Barbaric.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Civilised
Barbaric means very cruel and violent, without good manners or care for others. Its antonym is civilised. Example: Beating stray animals is a barbaric act.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Civilised (answer) | polite, caring and living in a well-ordered way (opposite of barbaric) | A civilised society takes care of its old and poor people. |
| (2) Savage | fierce, cruel and violent (a synonym of barbaric) | The savage attack on the watchman shocked the whole colony. |
| (3) Wealthy | having a lot of money | A wealthy trader paid for the new school building in our town. |
| (4) Ancient | very old, or from a long time ago | The museum has ancient coins from the time of the Guptas. |
| Synonyms of barbaric: savage, cruel, brutal, uncivilised Antonyms of barbaric: civilised, humane, refined |