Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Delay
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Hasten.
Given word: Delay
Meaning: To make something late or to cause it to happen later than expected.
Example: The train was delayed due to heavy rain.
Antonym: Hasten
Meaning: To move quickly or to make something happen sooner.
Example: Good news hastened his recovery.
Meaning of the other words:
- Lag – To move slowly or fall behind.
- Intervene – To come between to stop or change something.
- Wait – To stay in one place until something happens.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.