Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
The subordinates will vituperate us when they are irritated.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option three i.e. Praise.
- The underlined word Vituperate means blame or insult (someone) in strong or violent language.
- The word blame means to feel or declare that (someone or something) is responsible for a fault or wrong.
- The word abuse means use (something) to bad effect or for a bad purpose; misuse.
- The word praise means to express warm approval or admiration.
- The word demean means to cause a severe loss in the dignity of and respect for (someone or something).
Hence, the correct answer would be Praise.