Identify the word that has the stress on the first syllable.
A
competent
B
misread
C
resign
D
compel
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
competent - /ˈkɒm.pɪ.tənt/
misread - /ˌmɪsˈriːd/
resign - /rɪˈzaɪn/
compel - /kəmˈpel/
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11444)