One-word substitution (rhetoric: verbal attack): Identify the verb that means to issue a thunderous, vehement verbal attack or denunciation. Context: Distinguish from words meaning to languish (weaken), to animate (energize), or to invigorate (strengthen). Instruction: Choose the most accurate single-word substitute.
Verbal Ability
One Word Substitutes
Difficulty: Easy
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Answer
Correct Answer: Fulminate
Explanation
Given data
- Phrasing: ‘‘To issue a thunderous verbal attack.’’
- Options include verbs with unrelated meanings (weaken, energize, strengthen).
Concept / ApproachTo fulminate is to protest or denounce loudly and angrily, often with explosive rhetoric.
EliminationFulminate — deliver vehement denunciations; correct. ✅Languish — lose strength; not attack. ❌Animate — give life/energy; not denunciation. ❌Invigorate — make stronger/energetic; not denunciation. ❌
Example‘‘Commentators fulminated against the policy in fiery editorials.’’
Final AnswerFulminate