Multiple choice

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

EXCULPATE

  1. reform

  2. fraudulent

  3. incriminate

  4. uncouth

  5. bereave
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Exculpate means to clear someone from blame or prove their innocence. Incriminate is the direct opposite - to accuse or present evidence of guilt. Reform means to change behavior, uncouth means lacking manners, and bereave means to deprive - none of these relate to assigning or clearing blame.

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