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Choose the correct synonym for the underlined word in the following sentence:

The monarch's coronation was marked by an elaborate panegyric, praising him as a wise and just ruler.

Solution

✅ Correct Option: 4

Option 1 -> obituary: A notice of death with biographical details, not a speech of praise.

Option 2 -> harangue: A lengthy, aggressive speech, often critical rather than praising.

Option 3 -> denunciation: Public condemnation or criticism, the opposite of praise.

Option 4 -> eulogy: A formal speech or writing that highly praises someone.


Hence, Option 4: eulogy -> A panegyric is a formal public speech or text expressing elaborate praise, which is exactly what a eulogy does. Both terms refer to speeches that extol someone's virtues and achievements. In this context, the coronation speech praised the monarch's wisdom and justice, making "eulogy" the perfect synonym -> correct

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