Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Stymie
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Hinder.
The meanings of the given words are:
Stymie: To block or thwart progress, creating an obstacle.
Hinder: To impede or slow down the advancement of something.
Tame: To domesticate or bring under control, reducing wildness.
Amaze: To fill with wonder or astonishment, leaving one in awe. Scare: To frighten or cause fear, inducing a sense of alarm.
Thus, the most appropriate synonym for the given word is Hinder.