Select the antonym of 'BERATE'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the antonym of 'BERATE'.

A. Praise

B. Scold

C. Chastise

D. Reprimand

Answer: Option A

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BERATE means to scold or criticize; its antonym is PRAISE.

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Which word is a synonym for 'QUANDARY'?

A. Breeze

B. Dilemma

C. Certainty

D. Solution

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
A 'Quandary' is a state of perplexity or uncertainty over what to do. 'Dilemma' is a direct synonym.

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Choose the antonym of 'FULSOME'.

A. Sincere

B. Extravagant

C. Effusive

D. Excessive

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Explanation:
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Which of the following is the closest synonym of 'OBSTREPEROUS'?

A. Boisterous

B. Quiet

C. Calm

D. Gentle

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Correct Answer: Option A

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'Obstreperous' means noisy and difficult to control, thus 'Boisterous' is the closest synonym.

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