Select the most appropriate synonym for the underlined word in the given sentence.
The guest was heckled by the spectators.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Taunted.
Heckled means being subjected to disruptive comments or jeers, often in a public setting.
Taunted means provoking or teasing someone through mocking or insulting remarks.
The other options mean:
Calmed means to soothe or bring a sense of tranquillity.
Aided means to provide assistance or support.
Helped means to offer assistance or contribute positively.