Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters: ABANDON
Correct answer: E. Continue
- A. Leave
- B. Stop
- C. End
- D. Throw
- E. Continue
Explanation
"Abandon" refers to leaving, stopping, and ending something in the middle. The direct opposite of this will be: "continue" which refers to carrying on with something.
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