Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word from the options which is similar in meaning to the given word.

Abate

  1. avarice

  2. amend

  3. assent

  4. decline

  5. none of these
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D Correct answer
Explanation

To abate means to become less intense or widespread. Decline is a suitable synonym as it also means to become smaller, fewer, or less. Avarice means greed, and amend means to change for the better.

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