Multiple choice

Directions: Select the word/phrase that is closest in meaning to the word/phrase given in capital letters.

The priest at the local temple did not hesitate to REBUKE the misbehaving child.

  1. Blame

  2. Exonerate

  3. Reprimand

  4. Assoil

  5. .
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C Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option as to ‘reprimand’ is an act or expression of severe criticism and to ‘rebuke’ is to criticise someone sharply.

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