Synonym selection (vocabulary – meaning of "combat"): Choose the word that best expresses the meaning. Target word: COMBAT Instruction: Select the closest standard-English synonym meaning "to fight; to contend against."

MeaningCombat means to fight or struggle against something.

Option analysisBattle — to fight or engage in conflict; closest synonym. ✅Retreat — withdraw; opposite action. ❌Avoid — keep away; not engage. ❌Yield — give way or surrender; opposite outcome. ❌

UsageCombat disease → battle disease.

Final AnswerBattle