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Q · Synonyms and Antonyms Medium · 45s
Directions: In the following question, choose the word which is opposite in meaning as the given word (bold or bracketed). (praise)
TopicSynonyms and Antonyms
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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‘Praise’ means the opposite of ‘criticise’ in this context.
A) Reward – contextually similar
B) Criticise – related
C) Applaud – unrelated
D) Promote – Criticise (Antonym)
Final Answer: Option B - Criticize