Multiple choice

Directions: Select the pair of words that bears the same relation as between the pair in bold letters.

FRIENDLY : INIMICAL

  1. lithosphere : hydrosphere

  2. approval : condemnation

  3. abstain : refrain

  4. disappointment : embarrassment
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Friendly and inimical (meaning hostile or harmful) are antonyms. Similarly, approval and condemnation represent opposite reactions or judgments. The relationship is one of direct opposition in meaning.

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