Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Pacify

Correct option is B

The correct antonym of the given word is (b) Aggravate.
Pacify: To calm down, soothe anger, or bring peace. (शांत करना)
Example: The teacher tried to pacify the arguing students.
Aggravate: To worsen a situation or provoke further. (बिगाड़ना, और खराब करना)
Example: His rude response aggravated the argument.
Synonyms: soothe, calm, appease, placate
Antonyms: provoke, aggravate, worsen, intensify
Meanings of all the other given options:
· (a) Placate – To calm or appease. (शांत करना)
· (c) Quell – To suppress or extinguish. (दमन करना, शांत करना)
· (d) Assuage – To relieve or lessen (pain or fear). (कम करना, शांत करना)