Question : Select the word that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in the given sentence.
The project was denounced as a scandalous waste of taxpayer's money.
Option 1: Defended
Option 2: Described
Option 3: Represented
Option 4: Decried
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Correct Answer: Defended
Solution : The first option is correct.
Denounced means to accuse someone publicly of being something that is bad or wrong. Defended means to protect someone or something against attack or criticism. Thus, it is the correct antonym.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
- Describe means to give a detailed account.
- Represent means to speak, act, or be present officially for another person or people.
- Decried means to publicly denounce.
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