Question 146
EasyOriginal questionChoose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capitals.
The general ordered his troops to ADVANCE.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer B
Correct answer: B
Explanation
To advance is to move forward. To retreat is to move back.
Worth noting
Proceed is a synonym, and attack goes with advancing, not against it.
- Concept
- A word of the opposite meaning to "advance"
- Typical timeTypical
- 30 s
- Your timeYours
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