Antonym of BENEVOLENCE

contempt
malevolence
hatred
derision

The correct answer is B. malevolence.

Benevolent means kind, generous, and charitable. Malevolent means wishing or causing harm to others.

Contempt is a feeling of deep disrespect or scorn. Hatred is a feeling of intense dislike or aversion. Derision is the act of making fun of someone or something in a scornful or contemptuous way.

Here are some examples of benevolent acts:

  • Donating money to charity
  • Volunteering at a soup kitchen
  • Helping a stranger in need

Here are some examples of malevolent acts:

  • Hurting someone physically or emotionally
  • Destroying someone’s property
  • Spreading lies about someone

I hope this helps!