Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word that does not have a similar meaning to the given word. Ameliorate

  1. Amend

  2. Impair

  3. Mollify

  4. Placate
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Ameliorate means to make something better or improve a situation. Impair means to make something worse or damage it - the direct opposite. Amend, Mollify, and Placate all relate to improvement or calming, making them similar to Ameliorate, so Impair is the correct answer for 'does NOT have a similar meaning'.

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