Multiple choice

Directions: Select the word or phrase closest in meaning to the given word.

Vituperate

  1. encourage

  2. appraise

  3. abuse

  4. appreciate

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Vituperate means to criticize or berate someone harshly, abusively, and bitterly. It comes from Latin words meaning to blame or scold violently. Encourage and appraise are positive opposites, while appreciate is completely unrelated to harsh criticism.

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