Multiple choice

Directions: Choose appropriate meaning of the words in bold as per their contextual use.

Several protesters reviled the politician as he addressed the crowd.

  1. hated

  2. abused

  3. lauded

  4. criticized
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Reviled means abused verbally, denounced with bitter language, or attacked with harsh words. Protesters who reviled a politician used strong verbal abuse. Hated is an internal emotion, not an action. Criticized is too mild - reviling involves intense verbal hostility. Laud means praised, which is opposite.

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