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.

DEFER : ACCELERATE : :

  1. delay : postpone

  2. decipher : script

  3. lucid : ambiguous

  4. infringe : comply

  5. hamper : retard
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The capitalized pair of words - DEFER : ACCELERATE – are both verbs having opposite meanings. The best option is thus – infringe : comply. The two words are verbs having opposite meanings.

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