Multiple choice

Directions: Choose a word from the given alternatives that is opposite in meaning to the key word given below.

Sanctify

  1. Venerate

  2. Pollute

  3. Cleanse

  4. Patronise
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Sanctify means to make holy or purify, while pollute means to make dirty or contaminate. These are direct antonyms. Venerate and patronise are synonyms, while cleanse is too close in meaning to sanctify.

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