Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is nearest in meaning to the stem word.

EXHORT

  1. urge

  2. to give examples

  3. waste

  4. prevent

  5. condemn
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Explanation

Exhort means to strongly urge, encourage, or advise someone to do something. It implies earnest persuasion and encouragement toward a course of action. The word comes from Latin 'exhortari' meaning to encourage thoroughly, making 'urge' the perfect synonym.

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