Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning to the stem word.

DEBILITATE

  1. consent

  2. abate

  3. restitute

  4. peeve

  5. fortify
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Debilitate means to weaken, impair, or make someone less effective. Fortify is the direct opposite - to strengthen or make more resistant. Abate means to reduce in intensity but not necessarily weaken overall capability, while the other options are unrelated to strengthening.

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