Question

    In the following questions, choose the word opposite in

    meaning to the given word. FOMENT
    A Repulse Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Cease Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Control Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Quell Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Foment: incite; to create trouble/ violence/make it worse. (1) Repulse: repel; to make somebody feel disgust/a strong dislike. (2) Cease: to stop happening/existing. (3) Control: to limit; to have power over a person, company, country, etc. (4) Quell: to stop violent behaviour or protests.

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