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Q · Synonyms and Antonyms Moderate · 45s
Directions: In the following question, a word is given in [brackets] within a sentence. Choose the word which is the SYNONYM of the given word in the context of the sentence.The reforms were designed to [ameliorate] living conditions.
TopicSynonyms and Antonyms
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyModerate
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Ameliorate: to improve something. Correct choice — Improve: matches the meaning of Ameliorate. Other options: Worsen — opposite/unrelated; Damage — opposite/unrelated; Destroy — opposite/unrelated.
Final Answer: Option B - Improve