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The innovative software update was ________ by tech enthusiasts for its enhanced features, but it was ________ by users who struggled with the new interface and compatibility issues.

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Match the tone of each part of the sentence carefully—positive words indicate approval, negative words indicate dissatisfaction or regret
Updated On: Oct 6, 2025
  • hailed
  • ignored
  • celebrated
  • lamented
  • dismissed
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The Correct Option is A, D

Solution and Explanation

The sentence presents two opposing reactions to the software updateTech enthusiasts reacted positively, praising the new features, while some users had a negative experience due to interface and compatibility problems Breaking down the
Positive reactions (tech enthusiasts)
- (A) appreciated — positive, but less emphatic
- (B) hailed — strongly praised, fitting here
- (D) celebrated — also positive, but "hailed" carries more enthusiasm (B) "hailed" best captures strong praise
Negative reactions (users struggling)
- (E) lamented — means expressed sorrow or regret, fitting users' dissatisfaction
- (F) dismissed — means disregarded or rejected, which is less about regret and more about ignoring
Thus, the most fitting pair is hailed and lamented
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