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1
To obstruct something is to _______________ that thing.
hamper
CORRECT
facilitate
obliterate
smolder
Explanation
"Obstruct" and "hamper" are synonyms. "Facilitate" is an antonym to "obstruct." The other two answer options are not relevant to this definition.
2
Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word "aggravate"?
Worsen
CORRECT
Laugh
Soothe
Sicken
Explanation
"Aggravate" means "to worsen," such as in the case of an injury, or a negative situation. And example of the use of the word:
"John only aggravated an already unpleasant situation with his inflammatory remarks."