Which word is closest in meaning to 'benevolent'?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. kindly and eager to do good
- Step 1: The Latin root 'bene' means good or well. Step 2. A benevolent person wishes to do good for others. Answer: kindly and eager to do good. Why not the others: stern and quick to punish: This describes strictness, not kindness. proud and quick to boast: This describes vanity. shy and slow to speak: This describes shyness.
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