Multiple choice Directions: Choose the word or phrase most similar in meaning to the keyword. Impugn promote recommend criticize praise laud Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation Impugn means to challenge, criticize, or call into question someone's actions, character, or motives. Criticize is the correct match. Promote, praise, and laud are all antonyms. Recommend suggests approval rather than questioning.