In the following questions, a part of the sentence is printed in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2) and (3) which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative.In case no improvement is needed your answer is (4).
You are abstained to speak ill of others.

Options

A. to speaking
B. from speaking
C. to speak to
D. No Improvement

Answer

B

Explanation

(2) abstain (Verb) : to keep oneself from doing something
It agrees with from (Prep.) and followed by Gerund (speaking)
Hence, from speaking is the right usage.