GATE CE 2020 Set 2 — Question 2

MCQ+1 / -0.33EasyVocabulary (Words, Idioms, Phrases in Context)Verbal AptitudeGeneral Aptitude

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Select the most appropriate word that can replace the underlined word without changing the meaning of the sentence: Now-a-days, most children have a tendency to belittle the legitimate concerns of their parents.

Correct answer (A) disparage Solution The word 'belittle' means to represent something as being of little worth or to speak slightingly of. 'Disparage' is a direct synonym meaning to regard or represent as being of little worth. 'Applaud' is an antonym, 'reduce' means to make smaller, and 'begrudge' means to envy or give reluctantly. Turn this into a strength. Explore AI-powered practice and doubt support with Success Tracker.

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Correct answer (A) disparage Solution The word 'belittle' means to represent something as being of little worth or to speak slightingly of. 'Disparage' is a direct synonym meaning to regard or represent as being of little worth. 'Applaud' is an antonym, 'reduce' means to make smaller, and 'begrudge' means to envy or give reluctantly.

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