Choose the most appropriate antonym of the underlined word.
Even years after the quarrel, the vindictive old man kept trying to get his brother into trouble.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Forgiving
In the given sentence, vindictive means wanting to hurt someone who has hurt you. Its antonym is forgiving. Example: The vindictive neighbour cut our creeper after a small fight.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Spiteful | wanting to hurt or upset someone (a synonym of vindictive) | Meena made a spiteful remark about her cousin’s dress. |
| (2) Forgiving (answer) | ready to forgive and forget a wrong (opposite of vindictive) | Dadi is forgiving and never stays angry for long. |
| (3) Cautious | careful to avoid danger or mistakes | Be cautious while crossing the busy road. |
| (4) Talkative | fond of talking a lot | Our talkative driver told us stories all the way to Agra. |
| Synonyms of vindictive: spiteful, revengeful, vengeful, unforgiving Antonyms of vindictive: forgiving, merciful, kind-hearted |