Question

    In the given sentence a word has been emboldened. Select the best alternative for the bold word from the given options. If none follows, select option 5 as your answer.

    The athlete was praised for her outstanding

    performance in the championship.
    A Criticized Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Condemned Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Commended Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Ignored Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "Praised" means to express approval or admiration for someone. The word "commended" is the best alternative here, as it also means to praise formally. "Criticized," "condemned," and "ignored" have opposite meanings.

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