Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word closest in meaning to the word in bold letters.

Attenuate

  1. Make strong

  2. Exaggerated

  3. Reduce in force

  4. Overstate
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Attenuate means to weaken, reduce in force, or make thin. 'Reduce in force' correctly captures this meaning of diminishing strength or intensity.

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