Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word from the options which is opposite in meaning to the given word.
Persecute

  1. Motion

  2. Matter

  3. Relieve

  4. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Persecute means to harass, oppress, or treat someone unfairly, especially because of their beliefs or identity. Relieve means to ease suffering, remove burden, or provide assistance. While not perfect opposites, relieving someone is the positive counterpart to persecuting them.

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