Direction: Select the most appropriate antonym to substitute the underlined word in the given sentence.

For years he pursued a vendetta against the Morris family.

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  1. conflict
  2. traduce
  3. tirade
  4. harmony

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Option 4 : harmony
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The correct answer is "harmony."

 Key Points
  • "Vendetta" means a prolonged bitter feud or rivalry. (दो व्‍यक्तियों या परिवारों आदि के बीच लंबा विवाद या कलह, ख़ानदानी झगड़ा; कुल वैर)
    • Example: He saw himself as the victim of a personal vendetta being waged by his political enemies.
  • "Harmony" means a state of peaceful coexistence or agreement. (सामंजस्‍य, तालमेल)
    • Example: We need to live more in harmony with our environment.
  • The antonym of "vendetta" is "harmony."
  • So, the correct answer is Option 4.
     

Additional Information

  • Let us explore other options:
    • "Conflict" means a serious disagreement or argument. ((किसी बात पर) झगड़ा, संघर्ष या विवाद)
    • "Traduce" means to speak badly or tell lies about someone. (किसी के बारे में बुरा बोलना या झूठ बोलना)
    • "Tirade" means a long, angry speech. (लंबा, क्रोधपूर्ण, निंदात्मक भाषण)
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