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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Prefer

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The correct answer is
Dislike

The question asks for the antonym of "prefer." An antonym is a word with the opposite meaning. Let's analyze the options:

  • Disjoint: This means separate or disconnected. It's not directly opposite to "prefer."
  • Choose: This is a synonym, not an antonym, of "prefer."
  • Dislike: This is the direct opposite of "prefer." If you prefer something, you like it more; if you dislike something, you like it less.
  • Regret: This refers to feeling sorry about something done or not done. While it might relate to a choice, it's not the direct opposite of "prefer."

Therefore, the most appropriate antonym of "prefer" is "dislike." The word "prefer" implies a positive inclination towards something, while "dislike" indicates a negative inclination. The other options either lack a clear opposite relationship or are synonyms. The semantic contrast between liking and disliking makes "dislike" the most fitting antonym.

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