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Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Condone

  1. A
    Forgive
  2. B
    Punish
  3. C
    Scold
  4. D
    Rejoice

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Condone means to accept or allow (behavior that is considered wrong or offensive) to continue; to overlook or forgive an offense.
Forgive: Stop feeling angry or resentful toward someone for an offense, flaw, or mistake (Synonym).

Punish: Inflict a penalty on someone as retribution for an offense (Antonym).

Scold: Remonstrate with or rebuke someone angrily (Antonym).

Rejoice: Feel or show great joy or delight.

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Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Condone
A
Forgive
B
Punish
C
Scold
D
Rejoice

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