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What is the opposite of the word 'generous'?

1. Kind
2. Selfish
3. Gentle
4. Brave

Correct answer: Selfish

Solution

'Generous' means willing to give or share freely. The opposite is 'selfish', which means caring mainly about oneself and not others.

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