Select the most appropriate synonym of the highlighted word.
The benevolent gesture of the rich merchant was appreciated by all.

Correct option is A

The correct synonym of the given word is "Generous".

• Benevolent: Means kind, charitable, and well-meaning (दयालु, परोपकारी).
• Example Sentence: The benevolent king donated food and shelter to the poor.
• Generous: Means willing to give or help freely and selflessly (उदार).
• Example Sentence: She was a generous person who always helped the needy.

Synonyms: Kind-hearted, charitable, compassionate, magnanimous.

Antonyms: Malevolent, cruel, selfish, stingy.

Meanings of other given options and why they are incorrect:

• Sombre: Means dark, dull, or serious (गंभीर).
• Numb: Means lacking sensation (सुन्न).
• Sober: Means not affected by alcohol or serious-minded (गंभीर, संयमी).