Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word to fill in the blank.
While most friends persuaded him to choose the career, there were a few who _________ him from doing so.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. dissuaded.
In this context, the word "persuaded" suggests that his friends are attempting to sway his career choice. Consequently, the blank should be completed with a term that signifies the antithesis of persuasion or influence.
"Dissuaded" refers to deterring or discouraging someone from pursuing a specific course of action. Thus, while many friends are encouraging him, there are some who are attempting to dissuade him from selecting that career path.
So, the correct answer, "dissuaded," fits this context perfectly.