Question

Select the synonym for the following word from the options given below:
COMPLIMENT

a) Praise
b) Censure
c) Liberate
d) Discharge

Answer 1

Hint: The word ‘compliment’ is used to refer to a polite expression of praise or admiration.

Complete answer:

In the given question we have been given a word, for which we need to find a synonym. To find the same, we need to understand the meaning of the underlined word. The word compliment is used to refer to an expression of esteem, respect, affection, or admiration that is usually directed at another person
Let us take a look at the meanings of each of the given options.
Option ‘A’, praise, is used to express the warm approval or admiration of someone.
Option ‘B’, censure, is used to refer to severe disapproval of something or someone, especially in a formal setting.
Option ‘C’, liberate, refers to set someone free from imprisonment, slavery, or oppression.
Option ‘D’, discharge, refers to telling someone that they can officially leave a place or situation
From the given options we can see that option ‘A’ is the correct answer as its meaning is similar to that of the given word ‘compliment’.
Option ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’ and ‘E’ are incorrect as they do not have meanings that refer to praise or approval.

Note: Use the elimination method to pick out the words that you think are not suitable, to reach the final answer if you are not sure about the meanings of the given words.