Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

ACCOLADE :

  1. Guarded emotion

  2. Scarce resource

  3. Temporization

  4. Repercussion

  5. Criticism
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E Correct answer
Explanation

An accolade is an award, honor, or expression of praise. Criticism is the opposite - it expresses disapproval or negative judgment rather than recognition and praise. The other options are unrelated concepts.

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