SSC MTS 2023 PYQ — Question 51

SSC MTS - 2 May 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q51

Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the given word.

Abridge

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Elongate. 

  • Abridge means to shorten or condense something. 
  • Marked option Elongate means to make something longer or to extend its length. 
  • The other options means: 
    • Taper means to gradually decrease in thickness.
    • Fortify means to strengthen or reinforce something. 
    • Syncopate means to shorten or simplify something.