Find the suitable antonym for the word ‘contempt’.
Question and options
Find the suitable antonym for the word ‘contempt’.
- disrespect
- jovial
- respect
- irritate
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C - respect
Contempt means scorn or disrespect, so its antonym is respect. "Disrespect" is a synonym, and "jovial" and "irritate" are unrelated in meaning.
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