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    Question

    To scold

    someone In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
    A sway Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B coerce Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C admonish Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D discourage Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Admonish-to criticize/scold (someone) usually gently so as to correct a fault.

    Sway-to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response

    Coerce-to compel to an act or choice

    Discourage-to lessen the courage or confidence of someone

    Hence, ‘admonish’ is the correct answer.

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