In the following question, the sentence given with a blank is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
When bad things happen to good people they become __________ not worse.
- Aauthentic
- Bunrealistic
- Cbetter
- Dideal
Solution & Step-by-step Explanation
The sentence uses a contrasting structure punctuated by "not worse". The correct word must be an antonym to "worse" to complete the logical flow of the sentence.
better: Is the direct antonym of "worse" and fits the sentence structure perfectly ("become better, not worse").
better: Is the direct antonym of "worse" and fits the sentence structure perfectly ("become better, not worse").