Question

1. which of the following is an antonym of \disparage\?

a) disrespect
b) criticize
c) praise
d) belittle

word: extricate

1. which of the following is a synonym of \extricate\?

a) trap
b) ensnare
c) free
d) restrict

1. which of the following is an antonym of \extricate\?

a) release
b) free
c) trap
d) escape

word: emphatic

1. which of the following is a synonym of \emphatic\?

a) hesitant
b) forceful
c) indifferent
d) weak

1. which of the following is an antonym of \emphatic\?

a) assertive
b) forceful
c) indifferent
d) confident

Explanation:

• For question 16: "Disparage" means to speak of in a slighting or disrespectful way. "Praise" means to express warm approval or admiration. So "Praise" is the antonym.
• For question 17: "Extricate" means to free from a difficulty. "Free" has a similar meaning.
• For question 18: "Extricate" is about freeing. "Trap" is the opposite as it means to catch in a difficult situation.
• For question 19: "Emphatic" means expressing something forcibly and clearly. "Forceful" is a synonym.
• For question 20: "Emphatic" implies strong expression. "Indifferent" means having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned, which is the antonym.

Answer:

1. C. Praise
2. C. Free
3. C. Trap
4. B. Forceful
5. C. Indifferent