He suddenly realized that in all these years she had been a ______ friend, not like the others, who talked behind his back all the time.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to fill in the blank with an appropriate adjective that describes the type of friend the person realized she had been. The context suggests that the missing word should highlight a positive quality contrasting with the behavior of others.
Answer
genuine
The final answer is 'genuine'.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is 'genuine'.
More Information
The word 'genuine' suggests authenticity and sincerity, contrasting with others who are deceptive.
Tips
Confusing 'kind' with 'genuine'; 'kind' is more about being nice, while 'genuine' is about being truthful and sincere.
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