Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence.

He has been acquitted on the charge of theft.

  1. punished

  2. convicted

  3. released

  4. exonerated

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Acquit means to relieve from a charge of fault or crime; declare not guilty. Convict is the opposite to it in meaning.