Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the following sentence.
Although the new fashion trend was quite popular, some critics were quick to deride it as a passing fad.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1. i.e. Ridicule
Deride means to express contempt for or mock someone or something; to ridicule or scorn openly.
Marked option Ridicule means to mock, make fun of, or criticize someone or something in a contemptuous or scornful manner.
The other options mean:
Hail as a verb: To call out to in order to catch the attention of, signal, or summon.
Detest: To feel intense dislike or hatred for someone or something.
Applaud: To express approval or praise by clapping one's hands, typically as a sign of approval for a performance or achievement.