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Select the correct Antonym of the given word.

Recommend

This question was previously asked in
SSC-JHT Paper 1 2018 Question Paper (13-Jan-2019)
The correct answer is

disapprove

Recommend Antonym Explained

The question asks us to identify the correct antonym for the word 'Recommend'. An antonym is a word that means the opposite of another word.

Understanding 'Recommend'

'Recommend' means to suggest something or someone as being suitable or worthy of praise or approval. It carries a positive connotation, indicating support or endorsement.

Analyzing the Options

Let's look at the meaning of each option provided:

  • Acclaim: This word means to praise enthusiastically and publicly. It is similar in meaning to 'recommend' as both suggest approval or praise. Therefore, it is a synonym, not an antonym.

  • Endorse: This means to declare one's approval or support of something or someone. Like 'acclaim', 'endorse' is also a synonym or a closely related positive term to 'recommend'. It does not represent the opposite meaning.

  • Disapprove: This word means to have or express an unfavorable opinion about the wisdom, desirability, or suitability of something or someone. This directly contrasts with the positive suggestion implied by 'recommend'. Therefore, 'disapprove' is the correct antonym.

  • Repossess: This means to take back property because the buyer has not paid for it. This word is unrelated in meaning to 'recommend' and does not serve as an antonym.

Conclusion on Antonym

Based on the analysis, the word that expresses the opposite meaning of 'Recommend' (to suggest or approve) is 'disapprove' (to express an unfavorable opinion).

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