Find the antonyms for the given word. Brutal

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Find the antonyms for the given word.

Brutal

  1. A.

    Kind

  2. B.

    Damage

  3. C.

    Abandon

  4. D.

    Attack

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Correct answer: A

The correct answer is Kind.

Key points:

Meaning of "brutal": cruel, harsh, violent, or lacking compassion.

Example: "The account described a brutal attack."

Why "Kind" is the antonym:

  • "Kind" means considerate, compassionate, and helpful, which directly contrasts with being cruel or harsh.

Why the other choices are not correct:

  • "Damage": a noun meaning harm or injury; it is not an opposite of the adjective "brutal."

  • "Abandon": means to leave or give up; it does not express the opposite of being cruel or harsh.

  • "Attack": an act of assault; this does not serve as an antonym for "brutal."

Additional note: Synonyms of "brutal" include barbarous, harsh, and ruthless; these reinforce why a compassionate adjective like "Kind" is the appropriate antonym.

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