In the sentence below, there is one underlined word and one gap.From the list of...

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WAEC 2014

In the sentence below, there is one underlined word and one gap.From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time correctly fill the gap in the sentence.

It is often easier to start ariot than to ......... it.

  • A. complete
  • B. suppress
  • C. quench
  • D. quell

Correct Answer: D. quell

Explanation

Quell; put an end to (a rebellion or other disorder), typically by the use of force.



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