Direction.
Each of the following sentences is followed by four words or group of words. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate word or group of words.
In his address to the teachers, the Vice-Chancellor____certain measures being taken for improving the quality of college education.
declined
directed
advised
highlighted
Correct Answer :
D. highlighted
If you highlight a point or problem, you throw greater light on it than on others. That is, you emphasise it or make others think about it.
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