The underlined words are : "allay the discontent". To Allay means to enervate or reduce. Discontentment simply means dissatisfaction. Hence the "following alternatives to the underlined portion would NOT be acceptable: is "justify the gratification" (Option A). Note that this is a text of knowledge of synonyms.
<h3>What is a synonym?</h3>
A synonym is a word, morpheme, or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word, morpheme, or phrase in a given language.
For example, in the English language, the words begin, start, commence, and initiate are all synonyms of one another: they are synonymous
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It is an example of a hyperbole.
Reputation reflects off of the character
Explanation:
“The Past” means the sum of EVERYTHING that has happened on earth and in the universe, including all thoughts and actions of people.
our past activities generates our present suffering or enjoyment
today's world is rapidly advanced in technology and science.
today we have access to many things and our life is becoming easier.
