Find the antonym of the word in capital letters The Board of Directors showered ENCOMIUM on the Chairman for his liberal policies
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Find the antonym of the word in capital letters
The Board of Directors showered ENCOMIUM on the Chairman for his liberal policies
The Board of Directors showered ENCOMIUM on the Chairman for his liberal policies
- Denunciation
- Generosity
- Tribute
- Praise
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - Denunciation
Encomium means high praise or tribute, so its antonym is denunciation (public condemnation). Praise and tribute are synonyms, and generosity is unrelated.
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