Select the word that is furthest (opposite) in meaning to the underlined word.…
2019
Select the word that is furthest (opposite) in meaning to the underlined word.
Sentence:
The principal berated his students.
Answer: B. praised — “Berated” means to scold or criticize harshly. Its opposite is “praised,” which means appreciating or complimenting someone.
- A.
disciplined
- B.
praised
- C.
lectured
- D.
ranked
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Correct answer: B
“Berated” means to scold or criticize harshly. Its opposite is “praised,” which means appreciating or complimenting someone.
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