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1

To obstruct something is to                                that thing.

hamper

facilitate

obliterate

smolder

Explanation

"Obstruct" and "hamper" are synonyms. "Facilitate" is an antonym to "obstruct." The other two answer options are not relevant to this definition.

2

Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word "aggravate"?

Worsen

Laugh

Soothe

Sicken

Explanation

"Aggravate" means "to worsen," such as in the case of an injury, or a negative situation. And example of the use of the word:

"John only aggravated an already unpleasant situation with his inflammatory remarks."