Multiple choice

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

SUPPLICATE:

  1. misrepresent

  2. demand

  3. evade

  4. vacillate

  5. discourage

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

SUPPLICATE means to pray or beg humbly; DEMAND is its opposite as it implies asking authoritatively rather than pleading. The key contrast is between humble petition and authoritative requirement.

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