Multiple choice

Directions: In the following question, the sentence contains an idiom/phrase which is underlined. You are to select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of this idiom/phrase.

I was planning to start a business, but he threw cold water on my project.

  1. encouraged me

  2. discouraged me

  3. prevented me

  4. supported me

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

 To throw cold water over something means to dampen the spirit or to discourage someone.