Select the word which means the opposite of the given word-
Niggardly
(a)Humbly
(b)Generously
(c)Mildly
(d)Doubtfully

Hint: Here, we have to find the opposite of the given word. Try to understand the meaning of the given word. Now go through the options, recall what they mean and choose the one that means the opposite or is closest to meaning the opposite of the given word.

Complete answer: Antonyms are the words which are opposite in meaning to that of the given word. ‘Niggardly’ means ungenerous with money, time, etc.; mean. For eg. Stop being so niggardly and at least give a dollar to charity.
We will have a look at each option carefully and know their meaning and then figure out the answer through it:
Option ‘a’ humbly means in a way that shows or suggests a modest or low estimate of one’s importance; meekly. For eg. Humbly asked Him to remove our shortcomings.
Option ‘b’ generously meaning in a way that shows a readiness to give more of something, especially money, than is necessary or expected. For eg., Everyone is asked to give generously to this worthy cause.
Option 'c' mildly means gently. For eg. He looked mildly amused.
Option 'd' doubtfully means in a way that shows a feeling of doubt. For eg. “Are you telling me the truth ?” he asked doubtfully.
After analysing each option carefully and knowing their meaning, we came to the point that option “b” is the right answer. So the word opposite to the word 'niggardly’ is 'generously'.

Note: Some synonyms for ‘niggardly' are: cheap, chintzy, spare, sparing, stingy, stinting, tight while some antonyms for 'niggardly' are lavish, overgenerous, profuse, beneficent, benevolent, etc. Subject: English