Fill in the blank with the most appropriate synonym of the word in brackets in the following sentence.
In that case, a gentle chemical peel from a dermatologist may ________ up (hasten) improvement.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. speed.
Given word in brackets: Hasten
Meaning: To make something happen sooner.
Synonym: Speed (up)
Meaning: Move or act quickly; accelerate.
Example: The new process will speed up production.
Meaning of the other words:
Delay: To postpone.
Stall: To stop or slow down.
Loiter: To linger aimlessly.
Final sentence: A gentle chemical peel may speed up improvement.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.