Multiple choice

Directions: Select the word that is opposite in meaning to the given word.

Avarice

  1. greed

  2. generosity

  3. meanness

  4. parsimony

  5. stinginess
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Avarice means extreme greed or insatiable desire for wealth. Generosity is the opposite quality - willingness to give or share freely. Greed, meanness, parsimony, and stinginess are all synonyms or closely related to avarice (all represent selfishness with resources).

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