Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word.
He was very cruel in dealing with the students.

Correct option is B

The correct antonym of the given word is Kind.
· Cruel: Meaning "willing to cause pain or suffering to others without any sympathy" (क्रूर).
· Example: The cruel ruler punished his subjects mercilessly.
· Kind: Meaning "having a gentle and caring nature, willing to help others" (दयालु).
· Example: The kind teacher always supported her students in difficult times.
Synonyms: Harsh, ruthless, brutal, merciless.
Antonyms: Kind, compassionate, empathetic, gentle.
Meanings of other options:
· Skittish: Nervous or easily frightened (चंचल).
· Malevolent: Having a desire to harm others (दुष्ट).
· Kingly: Suitable for a king, majestic (राजसी).