Antonym of BAULK

admire
strengthen
clamour
encourage

The correct answer is: D. encourage

To balk is to refuse to do something, especially something that is difficult or unpleasant. The opposite of balk is to encourage, which means to give someone support or confidence in order to do something.

The other options are not opposites of balk.

  • Admire means to regard someone or something with respect and approval.
  • Strengthen means to make something stronger or more secure.
  • Clamor means to make a loud, continuous noise, especially in protest or anger.