'Denounce' means:
Correct answer: C. To condemn publicly
- A. To reject straight away
- B. To praise in a meeting
- C. To condemn publicly
- D. To negotiate secretly
Explanation
The word 'denounce' means to publicly express strong disapproval or condemnation, which is why option C is correct. The other options are incorrect because they either suggest the opposite meaning (such as praising) or are unrelated to the concept of public condemnation (such as negotiating in secret or rejecting something outright).
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