SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 17

SSC CGL - 17 Aug 2021 - Shift 2 • English • Q17

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Augment

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e Diminish.

The meaning of the given options is-

  • Augment: make (something) greater by adding to it..
  • Expand: become or make larger or more extensive.
  • Extend: cause to cover a wider area; make larger.
  • Diminish: make or become less.
  • Spread: extend over a large or increasing area.

The most appropriate antonym for Augment is Diminish.