In the sentence, 'The company's profits dwindled due to poor management', what is a synonym of the word 'dwindled'?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Decreased.
Given word: Dwindled
Meaning: To gradually become smaller, weaker, or fewer.
Example: The resources dwindled over time due to overuse.
Synonym: Decreased
Meaning: Became smaller or less.
Example: The stock value decreased after the announcement of poor earnings.
Meaning of the other words:
Stabilised: Became steady, not reducing.
Increased: Became larger, opposite meaning.
Fluctuated: Changed irregularly, not necessarily reduced.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.