In each of the following sentences, there is one word underlined and one gap. From the list of words lettered A – D, choose the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, correctly fill the gap in the sentences.
If we can commence the meeting on time, we should be able to ………… by 4.00 p.m.
- return
- vacate
- convene
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adjourn
The correct answer is: D
Explanation
"Commence" means to begin and the opposite of beginning is "adjourn" which means to end or suspend a meeting.