Question

Find a word having meaning opposite to that of RETRIBUTION.
A)Compensation
B)Forgiveness
C)Contempt
D)Grudge

Answer 1

Hint: Retribution refers to punishment given to someone.

Complete step-by-step answer:

 To choose the correct opposite it is essential to know its meaning. Retribution refers to a penalty imposed on a person as a punishment for a crime that they have committed.
Now, let us take a look at the meaning of each word from the given options.
Option A, compensation refers to something, usually money, that is given to someone in return for a loss or injury that they have endured. This option is incorrect as it refers to giving something to comfort, which is not the opposite to retribution.
Option C, contempt refers to looking at someone or something without reverence or with disrespect and Option D, grudge refers to a feeling of deep-seated resentment towards someone. Both the options refer to negative actions or emotions and hence is not an opposite to the given word.
Option B, forgiveness refers to giving up resentment against someone. This is a positive action and for the misdeed the person has been pardoned instead of punished. Hence, the correct answer is Option B, forgiveness.

Note: In a situation where the meanings of the given options are not clear, use elimination method and remove the words that you think are least likely to be right, in order to reach the final answer.