In the given sentence, a word is given in brackets. Select the most appropriate synonym of the word to fill in the blank.
The teacher has ___________ (admitted) the student’s sincere apologies.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. acknowledged.
- "Admitted" in this context means to acknowledge or accept.
- "Acknowledged" is a synonym for "admitted" in the sense of recognizing or accepting something as true.
- The other options ("executed," "neglected," "denied") have different meanings and are not suitable substitutes for "admitted" in this context.