Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the best Answer of the listed choice which is nearest in meaning to the given word.

falter

  1. flinch

  2. strengthen

  3. brace

  4. fortify
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Falter means to hesitate, waver, or lose strength. 'Flinch' means to recoil or draw back - both suggest a momentary weakening or hesitation. 'Strengthen', 'brace', and 'fortify' are all opposite in meaning.

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