5 . Commend most nearly means a. loathe b. avoid c. praise d. study

## Step 1<br />The problem is asking us to find the word that most nearly means the same as "commend". The word "commend" is a verb that means to express approval or praise for something or someone.<br />## Step 2<br />We need to compare the meaning of "commend" with the meanings of the options provided. <br />## Step 3<br />Option a, "loathe", means to feel intense dislike or disgust for something. This is the opposite of "commend".<br />## Step 4<br />Option b, "avoid", means to keep away from or not do something. This is not related to "commend".<br />## Step 5<br />Option c, "praise", means to express approval or admiration for something or someone. This is the closest in meaning to "commend".<br />## Step 6<br />Option d, "study", means to apply mind to the learning or understanding of (something). This is not related to "commend".