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    Question

    Each item in this action consists of our sentence with a  bold  word followed by 4 words. Select the option that is  opposite in meaning  to the  bold  word and mark your response in your answer sheet accordingly.

    She tried to cajole her little brother into eating his

    vegetables by making silly faces and promising him dessert afterwards.
    A Dissuade Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Coax Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Persuade Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Entice Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "Cajole" means to persuade someone to do something by coaxing, flattering, or using gentle and persistent persuasion.

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