incense : placate ::
  1. lionize : glorify
  2. lament : mourn
  3. obliterate : eradicate
  4. proliferate : diminish
Explanation
Answer: Choice (D) is correct

In choice (A), to lionize someone means to glorify them. These words are synonyms, so eliminate that choice. In choice (B), to lament means to mourn or grieve over, so eliminate that choice. In choice (C), to obliterate means to eradicate or demolish. Choice (D) is correct, as it is the only choice containing antonyms. To proliferate means to multiply or flourish, not to decrease or diminish.
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