emulate
praise
oppose
criticise
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The correct answer is D. criticize.
To criticize is to express disapproval of someone or something. It can be done in a constructive way, offering suggestions for improvement, or in a destructive way, simply tearing someone or something down. In the context of the question, “Do not follow others,” the most likely meaning of “criticize” is to offer constructive criticism. This means that you should not simply follow what others do without thinking for yourself. You should evaluate their actions and ideas, and if you find that you disagree with them, you should offer your own suggestions for how things could be done better.
The other options are not as relevant to the question.
- To emulate is to copy or imitate someone or something. This is not necessarily a bad thing, but it is not what the question is asking.
- To praise is to express admiration or approval of someone or something. This is also not necessarily a bad thing, but it is not what the question is asking.
- To oppose is to be against someone or something. This is not necessarily a bad thing, but it is not what the question is asking.