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.
Despite all my attempts to refute the charges against me, my sister tried to............them
The word "refute" means to prove a statement or theory to be false or incorrect. In this context, the sentence indicates that despite the speaker's attempts to disprove or challenge the charges against them, the sister tried to do something opposite. The word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to "refute" and appropriately fills the gap is "maintain." In this context, "maintain" suggests supporting or upholding the charges, thus contrasting with the speaker's attempts to refute them. Therefore, option D, "maintain," is the most suitable choice.
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