These exercises will <u>counteract</u> the effects of stress and tension.
Directions: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words or groups of words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
- A. exacerbate ✓
- B. foil
- C. thwart
- D. contravene
Correct Answer: A. exacerbate
Explanation
Exacerbate is the antonym of counteract.
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