Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word.

Encourage

  1. Depress

  2. Clean

  3. Cover

  4. Lighten
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Depress means to discourage or lower in spirits, which is the opposite of encourage (to give support, confidence, or hope). Clean, cover, and lighten are not antonyms of encourage.

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