From the given options, select the word which is opposite in meaning to the word:
"Malicious"

Benevolent

The word that is opposite in meaning to malicious is benevolent.

• Malicious means having or showing a wish to do evil to others.
• Benevolent means having or showing a wish to do good to others.

The other options are not opposite in meaning to malicious.

• Faithless means not believing in something or someone.
• Boastful means showing off or talking about one's own achievements or possessions in a boastful way.
• Indifferent means not interested or concerned.