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    Question

    The journalist was censured by the authorities for her

    controversial report. In the given sentence a word has been emboldened. Select the best alternative for the bold word from the given options. If none follows, select option 5 as your answer.
    A Acclaimed Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rebuked Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Honored Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Praised Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "Censured" means to express strong disapproval. The word "Rebuked" is the closest synonym, meaning to criticize sharply. Other options like "Acclaimed," "Honored," and "Praised" are the opposite of "censured."

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