Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can replace the word printed in italics in the sentence without changing the meaning of the sentence. The boy was chided for his imperitence.
A
praised
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B
beaten
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C
applauded
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D
rebuked
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Solution
The correct option is D rebuked The highlighted word means 'criticized harshly'.
Option D is correct. 'Rebuked' also means 'criticized harshly'. Thus, it has the required meaning and is the correct answer.
Options A, B and C are incorrect. They do not have the required meaning.