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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Ruthless

This question was previously asked in
SSC Stenographer 2023 Previous Year Paper (13-Oct-2023) (Shift 3)
The correct answer is

Lenient

The correct answer is Option (4) i.e. 'Lenient'.

 Key Points

  • Ruthless (निर्दयी) - Having or showing no pity or compassion for others.
    • Example: The ruthless dictator did not care about the plight of his people.
  • Lenient (सौम्य) - More merciful or tolerant than expected.
    • Example: The teacher was lenient and gave them an extra day to submit the assignment.
  • Hence, 'Lenient' is the antonym of the given word 'Ruthless'

  

Therefore, the correct answer is ' Lenient '.Additional Information

  • Resolute (दृढ़) - Admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering.
    • Example: She was resolute in her decision to pursue a career in acting.
  • Hostile (शत्रुतापूर्ण) - Unfriendly or antagonistic.
    • Example: His hostile attitude made it difficult for his colleagues to work with him.
  • Affluent (धनी) - Having a lot of money and possessions.
    • Example: The affluent businessman donated a large sum of money to the charity.
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