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Antonym of GENEROUS.

AKind
BStingyCORRECT
CGiving
DRich
AI
Toasta AI Explanation
Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
**The reasoning** An **antonym** is a word with the *opposite* meaning. "Generous" means someone who gives freely and abundantly — whether it's money, time, or kindness. They share without hesitation. The opposite of giving freely is holding back tightly. That's exactly what **"stingy"** means — someone who is unwilling to give or spend, who keeps everything to themselves. A generous person opens their hand; a stingy person closes their fist. **Why the wrong options tempt you** **A) Kind** — This seems related because generous people are often kind, but "kind" means showing care and compassion. It's not the opposite; it's a cousin trait. **C) Giving** — This is actually a *synonym* (similar word), not an antonym! Generous people ARE giving. **D) Rich** — Being rich means having wealth, but you can be rich and stingy (plenty of wealthy people don't share) or poor and generous. They're unrelated concepts. **Quick takeaway** Generous = open hand (gives freely); Stingy = closed fist (holds back) — they're perfect opposites in attitude toward sharing.
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