In the context of the passage, the word "witlessness" is used to convey a lack of intelligence or understanding. Therefore, the most fitting option would be stup-idity. Here option B is correct.
The passage discusses the idea that radical means or a definitive declaration of hostility towards passion are necessary only for those who are degenerate.
The weakness of the will, described as the inability not to respond to a stimulus, is considered a form of degeneration. The passage implies that a radical hostility against sensuality, which can be seen as a rejection or opposition to natural desires, is a symptom that deserves reflection.
In this context, "witlessness" refers to the lack of intellectual insight or understanding, suggesting that the rejection of sensuality may be rooted in a form of intellectual deficiency or lack of discernment. Here option B is correct.
Complete question:
MORALITY AS ANTI-NATURE
To use a figure of speech, or (without any figure of speech) some kind of definitive declaration of hostility, a cleft between themselves and the passion. Radical means are indispensable only for the degenerate; the weakness of the will—or, to speak more definitely, the inability not to respond to a stimulus—is itself merely another form of degeneration. The radical hostility, the deadly hostility against sensuality, is always a symptom to reflect on: it entitles us to suppositions
What does the word “witlessness” mean as it is used in paragraph 12?
A. Compassion
B. Stup-idity
C. Devoutness
D. Repulsion