Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word to fill in the blank.
A true friend always _______, but a selfish friend tries to mislead.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. guides.
The sentence is about contrasting a true friend with a selfish friend. The underlined word (though not visible here) is clearly meant to be an antonym of “mislead”, as the sentence ends with “but a selfish friend tries to mislead.”
Guides – means to lead or direct in the right way, which is the opposite of “mislead.”
Correct antonym.
Deplores – means to strongly disapprove of, which has no direct relation to misleading or guiding.
Deludes – means to deceive or mislead, which is similar to “mislead,” not an antonym.
Imbibes – means to absorb or take in, usually knowledge or liquids. It doesn't fit contextually.