Question

Choose the word that gives the antonym of the word italicized.
Why do you disparage him all the time?

• A. abuse
• B. criticise
• C. encourage
• D. glorify

Answer 1

The correct option is D glorify

The word 'disparage' refers to regarding as being of little worth.
Option A, abuse refers to treating with cruelty or violence.
Option B, criticise refers to indicating the faults of someone in a disapproving way.
Option C, encourage refers to giving support, confidence or hope to someone.
Option D, glorify refers to describing as admirable, especially unjustifiably.
Thus, according to the meaning, the word 'glorify' is the opposite of the word 'disparage'.