Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Synonyms

Question:

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

ANTAGONIZE

Options:

Calculated 

Annoy

Premeditated

Mesmerize

Correct Answer:

Annoy

Explanation:

The most appropriate synonym of the given word antagonize is annoy.

  • Antagonize means "to provoke or irritate someone, especially deliberately."
  • Calculated means "done or planned with great care and precision."
  • Annoy means "to cause someone mild or moderate irritation or inconvenience."
  • Premeditated means "done or planned beforehand with careful consideration."
  • Mesmerize means "to hold the attention of (someone) as if by magic."