In the question below, a statement has been given with a word omitted. Following the statement are five words that may fit in the blank. Choose the most appropriate word to make the statement contextually meaningful and grammatically correct.

The report also provides real-world examples to _____________ how embedded finance works in practice.

Correct option is D

The most appropriate word to fill in the given blank will be “illustrate." It refers to make plain or understandable or explain.
The sentence is discussing a report that provides real-world examples to demonstrate or clarify how embedded finance works in practice.
The correct sentence formed will be “The report also provides real-world examples to illustrate how embedded finance works in practice.”
Meaning of words:
(a) confound - to cause confusion or mix up; to bewilder or perplex.
(b) redeem - to make something better or more acceptable; to compensate for a fault or mistake.
(c) obscure - to make something unclear, difficult to understand, or hidden from view; to conceal or cloud.
(d) illustrate - to explain or make something clear by using examples, charts, pictures, or demonstrations; to provide visual or verbal representations to enhance understanding.
(e) animates - gives life to or energizes; makes something more lively or active.