Question

Identify the word that is similar in meaning to the underlined word. 

Raghu made \(\underline{adulatory}\) remarks about the waiter who served the food.
 

• A. Complimentary
• B. Ironic
• C. Slanderous
• D. Derogatory

Hint:

To 'adulate' someone is to praise them excessively. Therefore, 'adulatory' means full of praise. 'Complimentary' is the closest synonym among the choices, while the other three are antonyms.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The word "adulatory" comes from adulation, which means excessive admiration or praise. Adulatory remarks are those that express great praise and flattery. We are looking for a synonym. \[\begin{array}{rl} \bullet & \text{(A) Complimentary: Expressing a compliment; praising or approving. This is very similar in meaning.} \\ \bullet & \text{(B) Ironic: Using words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning. (Antonym)} \\ \bullet & \text{(C) Slanderous: False and malicious; defamatory. (Antonym)} \\ \bullet & \text{(D) Derogatory: Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude; insulting. (Antonym)} \\ \end{array}\] The word most similar in meaning to "adulatory" is Complimentary.