Multiple choice

Directions: In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the one that best expresses the meaning of the given word.

Vindictive

  1. ill-mannered

  2. grudging

  3. specious

  4. revengeful

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Explanation

Vindictive means having or showing a strong desire for revenge. The word comes from the Latin 'vindicta' meaning revenge. 'Revengeful' is the most direct synonym among the options. 'Ill-mannered' refers to rudeness, 'grudging' means reluctant, and 'specious' means misleading or false in appearance.

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