Multiple choice

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

EXCORIATE:

  1. improve

  2. absorb

  3. extol

  4. admit

  5. yield

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

EXCORIATE means to criticize severely or censure; EXTOL means to praise highly or commend. These represent opposing actions - one harshly condemns while the other enthusiastically praises.

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