Question

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the italicized word-
Tolerance is the essence of religion.
a) Impatience
b) Cruelty
c) Bigotry
d) Indifference

Answer 1

Hint:The dictionary meaning of the italicized word ‘tolerance' is ‘the ability to tolerate'. For example, His tolerance of power is very high.

Complete answer:
The given word ‘tolerance' is a noun. It means the willingness to tolerate the existence of opinions or behavior that one dislikes or disagrees with. For example The tolerance of corruption. In the given question we have to find out the opposite of the word ‘tolerance’.
Now, let us examine all the given options to find out the correct option -
Option ‘a’ is Impatient. It is an adjective which means having a tendency to be quickly irritated or provoked. For example, An impatient motorist blaring his horn.
Option ‘b’ is Cruelty. It is a noun which means to be cruel in behavior or attitude. For example, His cruelty will lead to no good.
Option ‘c’ is Bigotry. It means to be stubborn and complete intolerance of any creed, beliefs, prejudice, etc. For example His bigotry for the business.
Option ‘d’ is Indifference. It is a noun that means a lack of interest, concern, or sympathy. For example, She shrugged, feeling indifference.
As we have analyzed all the given options, we can easily figure out the correct option. Here, the opposite of the word ‘tolerance’ is ‘bigotry’. Hence, option ‘c’ is the correct option.

Note:
All the other options are plausible distractions. You must know the meaning of all the words to find out the correct option.