Direction: Choose an alternative which can replace the given sentence so as to communicate the same meaning. A person who is always concerned for the well-being of others
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Direction: Choose an alternative which can replace the given sentence so as to communicate the same meaning.
A person who is always concerned for the well-being of others
A person who is always concerned for the well-being of others
- Friendly
- Altruistic
- Self-centered
- Parsimonious
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - Altruistic
Altruistic means selflessly concerned for the well-being of others. Self-centred is the opposite, and parsimonious means stingy.
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