In the sentence given below, a word is printed in bold. Below it, four choices are given. Pick the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word printed in bold and can replace it without altering the meaning of the sentence.
When he could not endure the cruel ragging any longer, the new recruit bravely stood up to all his bullying seniors.
A.
challenged
B.
fought back
C.
resisted
D.
defeated
Correct answer is C
No explanation has been provided for this answer.
