Question : Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the given word.
Chastise
Option 1: Mulct
Option 2: Keelhaul
Option 3: Berate
Option 4: Extol
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Correct Answer: Extol
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
Chastise means to scold or reprimand, while extol means to praise or commend highly. The antonymy lies in its contrasting actions—chastising involves criticism or disapproval, whereas extolling involves praising or speaking highly of someone or something.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
- Mulct means to impose a fine or extract money from someone by means of a penalty.
- Keelhaul means to punish by dragging under the keel of a ship.
- Berate means to scold or criticise someone angrily.
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