Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the option that expresses a relationship which is most nearly like that expressed in the capitalized pair of words given below.

CAPTIVITY : LIBERATE : :

  1. ferocious : gentle

  2. defer : delay

  3. eloquence : stammer

  4. defile : purify

  5. callous : compassionate
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The capitalized pair of words (CAPTIVITY : LIBERATE) are words having opposite meanings but, the first word (captivity) is a noun while the second word (liberate) is a verb. The best option is thus – eloquence : stammer.

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