Question 64
HardOriginal questionMatch each word in List I with its opposite in List II.
| List I: Word | List II: Opposite |
|---|---|
| A. exacerbate | I. former |
| B. extol | II. arrogance |
| C. latter | III. disparage |
| D. humility | IV. relieve |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer C
Correct answer: C
Explanation
Exacerbate is the opposite of "relieve": A-IV.
Extol is the opposite of "disparage": B-III.
Latter is the opposite of "former": C-I.
Humility is the opposite of "arrogance": D-II.
Worth noting
Only one option has C-I, so that pair is enough to settle it; matching the pairs you are surest of first saves time.
- Concept
- Matching words or phrases with their meanings
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