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Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Envy
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Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Envy

A.

Benevolence

B.

Abjure

C.

Benign

D.

Jealousy

Correct option is D

The correct synonym of the given word is "Jealousy."
Given Word: Envy – means a feeling of wanting what someone else has (Hindi: "ईर्ष्या, जलन").
· Example: She felt envy when she saw her friend’s success.
Correct Answer: Jealousy – means resentment toward someone else's success or advantages (Hindi: "ईर्ष्या").
· Example: His jealousy was evident when his brother won the award.
Synonyms: Covetousness, resentment, greed, jealousy.
Antonyms: Contentment, satisfaction, goodwill, kindness.
Incorrect Options:
· (a) Benevolence – Means "kindness, generosity" (opposite of envy).
· (b) Abjure – Means "to renounce or reject" (unrelated).
· (c) Benign – Means "kind or gentle" (unrelated).

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