Select the synonym of 'PALLIATE'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the synonym of 'PALLIATE'.

A. Exacerbate

B. Alleviate

C. Intensify

D. Aggravate

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

'Palliate' means to make a disease or its symptoms less severe. 'Alleviate' is the synonym.

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Select the synonym of 'CONSECRATE'.

A. Sanctify

B. Desecrate

C. Defile

D. Profane

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Correct Answer: Option A

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CONSECRATE means to make holy; its synonym is SANCTIFY.

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Question #2

Select the synonym of 'ANATHEMA'.

A. Approval

B. Curse

C. Benediction

D. Blessing

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
ANATHEMA means something or someone cursed; its synonym is CURSE.

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Select the antonym of 'COUNTENANCE'.

A. Oppose

B. Approve

C. Sanction

D. Support

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
COUNTENANCE means to admit as acceptable; its antonym is OPPOSE.

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