Question

read the following sentence: the famous couples behavior at parties and red carpet events did a lot to dispel rumors that their marriage was in trouble. what does the word \dispel\ mean in this context? use these dictionary entries to answer the question. dis- (prefix) apart, reverse -pel (suffix) drive, push options: confirm, put an end to, add fuel to, start

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "dispel", we analyze the prefix "dis - " (apart, reverse) and suffix " - pel" (drive, push). Combining these, "dispel" means to drive apart or reverse the existence of something (like rumors). "Put an end to" fits as it means to stop or eliminate the rumors. "Confirm" would support the rumors, "add fuel to" would worsen them, and "start" is unrelated.

Answer:

B. put an end to