Question

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the italicized word:
He received a flattering compliment from Sunita immediately after the speech.

• A. criticism
• B. eulogy
• C. contempt
• D. notoriety

Answer 1

The correct option is A criticism

Option A: 'Compliment' is 'a polite expression of praise and admiration'.

'Criticism' is 'an expression of disapproval of someone or something on the basis of perceived faults or mistakes'.

As you can see, this word 'criticism' means the opposite of the given word 'compliment'. Hence option A is correct.

Option B: 'Eulogy' is 'a written or spoken tribute to someone who has just died'.

Option C: 'Contempt' means 'disregard or disgust for someone'.

Option D: 'Notoriety' is 'being famous or well known for some bad quality or deed'.

These words do not mean the opposite of the italicized word 'compliment'.

Hence options B, C and D are wrong.