Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Extol
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Praise.
The most appropriate synonym for "extol" is "praise."
"Extol" means to praise highly or speak with admiration, which is directly aligned with the meaning of "praise."
The other options are not synonymous: "reward" refers to giving a prize or acknowledgment, "punish" means to impose a penalty, and "dismay" denotes causing shock or distress.
Thus, "praise" best captures the essence of "extol."