Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word.

Retribution

  1. Punishment

  2. Vengeance

  3. Forgiveness

  4. Cruelty

  5. Ruthlessness
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Retribution means punishment for wrongdoing. Forgiveness means pardoning without punishment - the opposite. Punishment and Vengeance are synonyms, not opposites. Cruelty and Ruthlessness are related but not exact opposites.

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