Question 245
HardOriginal questionChoose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capitals.
The judge disliked the lawyer's DEROGATORY comments.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer A
Correct answer: A
Explanation
Derogatory comments show a low opinion. Flattering comments praise, often too much.
Worth noting
Insulting is a synonym.
- Concept
- A word of the opposite meaning to "derogatory"
- Typical timeTypical
- 30 s
- Your timeYours
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