In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word. Menacing

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word. Menacing Correct Answer Helping

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e Helping

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Let's look at the meaning of the given word and the marked option:

• Menacing: Suggesting the presence of danger; threatening. 
• Helping: Assist someone; make things easier for.

​Hence from the given meanings, we find that both the words express the opposite meaning.

Thus, the correct answer is Option 1 Helping. 

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Let's look at the meaning of the other given options:

• Alarming: Worrying or disturbing.
• Frightening: Making someone afraid or anxious; terrifying. 
• Approaching: Coming nearer in distance or time.