Question

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the italicized word:
His short but pointed speech was applauded by all sections of the audience.

• A. welcomed
• B. praised
• C. misunderstood
• D. disapproved

Answer 1

The correct option is D disapproved

Option D: 'Applauded' means 'show approval or praise by clapping'.

'Disapproved' means 'not agree to or approve of'.

As you can see, 'disapproved' means the opposite of 'applauded'. Hence option D is correct.

Option A: 'Welcomed' means 'greet in a polite or friendly way'.

Option B: 'Praised' means 'express warm approval or admiration of'.

Option C: 'Misunderstood' means 'incorrectly interpreted or understood'.

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

Hence options A, B and C are wrong.