In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opp...
Assessment:WAEC SSCE - English Language - 2000 (Objective)Subject:English Language
In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A - D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
The children expected to be praised for putting out the fire, but they were..........for taking such a risk.
Answer Details
The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "praised" is "rebuked" (option A). If someone is praised, they are being complimented or commended. On the other hand, if someone is rebuked, they are being scolded or criticized. Therefore, in the given sentence, the word "rebuked" is the appropriate word to fill the gap as it gives an opposite meaning to the underlined word "praised".