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 3 i.e. Praise.
- Vituperate means blame or insult (someone) in strong or violent language.
- Praise means expressing warm approval or admiration.
- Meaning of the other words:
- Blame: feel or declare that (someone or something) is responsible for a fault or wrong.
- Abuse: use (something) to bad effect or for a bad purpose; misuse.
- Demean: cause a severe loss in the dignity of and respect for (someone or something).