Question

Select the synonym for the following word from the options given below:

ALLAY

• A. Relieve
• B. Increase
• C. Permit
• D. Assign

Answer 1

The correct option is A Relieve

'Allay' means to make a negative emotion less strong or a problem less difficult. E.g. I was nervous, but seeing her allayed my fears. 'Relieve' means to improve an unpleasant situation. 'Increase' means to make something become larger in size or amount. 'Permit' means to allow. 'Assign' means to give a particular work or job to someone.

Thus, option A is the correct synonym for the given word.