Choose the correct antonym of MALEVOLENCE

The correct answer is Option (3) → Benevolence

"Malevolence" refers to the state of being malicious or having an evil intent. The antonym, "benevolence," denotes goodwill, kindness, and a disposition to do good. Therefore, "benevolence" is the appropriate antonym as it represents the opposite quality of being kind and well- intentioned.

• Virulence refers to the severity or intensity of a disease, not necessarily evil intent.
• Enmity signifies hostility or hatred, similar to malevolence.
• Obduracy describes stubbornness or inflexibility, not the opposite of evil intent.