Question

Find the synonym of the underlined word.
Mr. Simon’s treatment of his employees is ruthless.
a)Rash
b)Without mercy
c)Rational
d)Liberal
e)Sluggish

Answer 1

Hint: Synonyms are words having similar meaning. ‘Ruthless’ is an adjective given to a noun/ pronoun who shows no act of mercy, or is very cruel.
Example – His ruthless nature made him stand out in the crowd.

Complete answer:
a) Rash: Any action done without consideration or in a hurry is called rash.
   Example – His rash decision led to the downfall of his company.
b)Without mercy: A person who does not show any sign of compassion towards others in any form of action.
  Example – His actions were without mercy.
c)Rational: Anything reasoned or thought with logic and a lot of thought.
 Example – Her rational decisions eventually led her to success.
d)Liberal: A person with a mind-set who is ready to understand freedom, sights and liberty of others.
  Example – Gandhi’s liberal views were frowned upon by the Brits.
e)Sluggish: A person with a very lazy or inactive nature is called sluggish.
 Example – His sluggish attitude landed him in all the trouble.

Hence the synonym for ‘Ruthless’ is ‘Without mercy’.

Note:The option b – without mercy is the synonym for the underlined word ruthless, as both mean an action which shows no compassion in it.