Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is most closest in meaning to the underlined word in the given sentence.

The convict who escaped from the jail was a ruthless murderer.

  1. pitiless

  2. dangerous

  3. merciful

  4. vile
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Explanation

Ruthless means having no pity or compassion - pitiless has the exact same meaning. Dangerous is related but not synonymous. Merciful is the opposite of ruthless. Vile means wicked but doesn't specifically convey the lack of pity.

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