Multiple choice

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

FERRET

  1. dissemble

  2. feral

  3. afflict

  4. detract

  5. fluster
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Explanation

To ferret means to search intensively or uncover something by careful investigation. Dissemble means to conceal or disguise, often by pretending. These are opposites: ferreting involves revealing hidden truths, while dissembling involves hiding them.

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