Question

word meaning quick check
use the sentence to answer the question.
ice chips can help alleviate the problem instead of making it worse.
which type of context clue did the writer use in this sentence?
(1 point)
definition/explanation
synonym/restatement
example/illustration
antonym/contrast

Explanation:

The phrase "instead of making it worse" contrasts with "help alleviate the problem", showing an opposite - meaning relationship. This is a characteristic of an antonym/contrast context clue.

Answer:

antonym/contrast