In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which…
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word and click the button corresponding to it.
Despise
&ANTONYM
Answer: C. Cherish — Explanation: Despise means to feel contempt or a very strong dislike for someone or something. Hate is a synonym of despise (both express strong dislike), so…
- A.
Kill
- B.
Hate
- C.
Cherish
- D.
Inspire
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Correct answer: C
Explanation:
Despise means to feel contempt or a very strong dislike for someone or something.
Hate is a synonym of despise (both express strong dislike), so it is not the opposite.
Kill refers to causing death and is an action, not an attitude opposite to despise.
Inspire means to encourage or motivate and is unrelated to being the opposite of despise.
"Cherish" means to love, protect, or care for someone or something; this is the direct opposite of feeling contempt or strong dislike.
Example: If you cherish someone, you hold them dear; if you despise someone, you hold them in contempt.
Therefore, "Cherish" is the correct antonym of "Despise."
Tip: Other common antonyms of despise include admire and adore.