In the question below choose the most appropriate option opposite in meaning to the word(s) underlined:
Such measures end up exacerbating the pain.
A
aggravating
B
increasing
C
eliminating
D
alleviating
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The underlined word “exacerbating” means making something worse or more severe, especially something unpleasant like pain, a situation, or a problem. The opposite is alleviating, which means reducing or lessening pain or hardship.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #7185)