Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.

Our company wants to collaborate with your team.

Collude

The correct answer is option 4. collude

From the options given, the most appropriate synonym of the phrase Collaborate with is Collude

"Collaborate” with means to work together in a cooperative manner. "Collude" is a synonym that also involves working together, often with an implication of secret or dishonest cooperation. However, "collude" has a negative connotation, so it may not be the best choice in all contexts. The other options do not have the same meaning:

Option 1: Repel means to push away or reject, which is the opposite of collaborating.

Option 2: Defy means to challenge or refuse to obey, which is not synonymous with collaborating.

Option 3: Captivate means to attract or hold the attention of, which is unrelated to collaborating.