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Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.

The money she offered him was insufficient to persuade him to sell.

Option 1: Clade

Option 2: Propagandise

Option 3: Discourage

Option 4: Influence


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Correct Answer: Discourage


Solution : The correct solution is the third option.

Explanation : The word persuade implies convincing or influencing someone to do something. The antonym in this context, representing the opposite meaning, would be discourage meaning to dissuade or hinder someone from a particular course of action.

So, the correct sentence would be: "The money she offered him was insufficient to discourage him from selling."

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Clade: It refers to a biological classification group.

  • Propagandise: It means to spread propaganda.

  • Influence: It means convincing or influencing someone to do something.

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