Choose the option which is antonym of (opposite of) the word "abdicated" in the sentence given below:
During the meeting, he confidently asserted his viewpoint. providing compelling arguments to support his position.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. asserted.
Abdicated means to give something up or surrender. In the sentence, the opposite of abdicated is asserted which means to confidently put your opinion.
Other options mean:
Confidently is an adverb which means full of conviction.
Support means to provide someone with money or physical things that are needed.
Compelling means arousing or denoting strong interest.