Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the synonyms of the words written in bold letters.

He was arrested on charges of corruption and abuse of power.

  1. insulted

  2. misuse

  3. stress

  4. emphasis

  5. obliged

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Abuse in this context refers to the improper or corrupt use of power or authority. Misuse is the correct synonym as it captures the essence of using something inappropriately or wrongly. The other options don't convey this meaning.