Choose the word or group of words which is most opposite in meaning to the…
2024
Choose the word or group of words which is most opposite in meaning to the word printed in bold.
Belittle
- A.
Expand
- B.
Prohibit
- C.
Inflate
- D.
Extol
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Correct answer: D
Answer: Extol
Meaning: 'Belittle' means to speak of someone or something as unimportant or to disparage.
Why this is the opposite: 'Extol' means to praise highly or to exalt, which directly contrasts with disparaging or minimizing someone.
Synonyms of 'Belittle':
Disparage
Decry
Depreciate
Antonyms (opposites):
Extol — praise highly
Acclaim — praise publicly
Applaud — express approval
Example sentences:
He belittled her contribution, saying it was not important.
He extolled her contribution, praising it as essential to the project's success.