Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
All members of the association adhere to a strict code of practice.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. flout.
- The word "adhere" in the given sentence means to stick to or follow closely.
- Its antonym would be a word that means to disregard or disobey.
- "Flout" fits this description perfectly. It means to openly disregard a rule or law.