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Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.

The singer complained to the police that she was purportedly attacked back stage immediately after the concert.

Option 1: Maliciously

Option 2: Impossibly

Option 3: Dramatically

Option 4: Severely


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Correct Answer: Impossibly


Solution : The second option is the correct answer.

Purportedly means supposedly or allegedly, indicating a claim that may not be proven. On the other hand, impossibly means in a way that is not possible or cannot be done.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Maliciously means with harmful intent or ill will.
  • Dramatically means in a striking or impressive manner.
  • Severely means harshly or extremely.
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