Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the one which is most nearly in meaning to the given word.

Aspersion

  1. tall claim

  2. slander

  3. reputed

  4. distinguished
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B Correct answer
Explanation

An aspersion is a damaging or disparaging remark, a slanderous charge or accusation. "Slander" directly captures this meaning of damaging someone's reputation through false claims. "Distinguished" and "reputed" are positive descriptors.

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