Multiple choice

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

COALESCE

  1. coagulate

  2. cleave

  3. bequest

  4. colander

  5. aggrandize
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Coalesce means to come together to form one mass or whole - to unite or merge. Cleave means to split apart or sever, making it a direct opposite. Coagulate is similar to coalesce (both mean to thicken or clump), while bequest and colander are unrelated nouns.

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