2022 · Q62
Directions: Each item in this section consists of sentences with an underlined word followed by four words or group of words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
The teacher **chided** the pupil.
EnglishAntonyms
- AAdmonished
- BReprimanded
- CCommended
- DReproved
Explanation
Chided means scolded or rebuked, while commended means praised, which is the direct opposite. Admonished, reprimanded and reproved are all synonyms of chided, each meaning to scold. The praise-versus-scold contrast makes commended the antonym.