Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
He was dismissed for being combative and antagonistic _______ his supervisor.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. towards.
"Towards" is the most appropriate word because it indicates the direction of the behavior or attitude.
In this context, "towards" specifies the target of the combative and antagonistic behavior, which is the supervisor. It conveys that the negative behavior was directed at the supervisor.