Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the most similar word from the options given below.

REPRIEVE

  1. condone

  2. cherubic

  3. chain

  4. infected
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Explanation

A reprieve is a cancellation or postponement of a punishment. Condone is a poor synonym here; it means to accept or allow behavior that is considered morally wrong. However, given the options, it is the only one that relates to the context of forgiveness or leniency.

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