Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capitals.
The board APPOINTED a new manager last week.

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CorrectNot quiteAnswer C

Correct answer: C

To appoint is to choose someone for a job. To dismiss is to remove them from it.

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Chose is a synonym.

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Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capitals.The board APPOINTED a new manager last week.