Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word which is most nearly the same in meaning to the key word. Coddle

  1. treat tenderly

  2. abuse

  3. mismanage

  4. use force

  5. compel
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Coddle means to treat with excessive care or indulgence, like pampering someone. Option A 'treat tenderly' correctly captures this meaning. The other options (abuse, mismanage, use force, compel) are opposite behaviors.

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