Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Construct
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Demolish.
Given word: Construct
Meaning: To build or put together
Example: They plan to construct a new library in the town center.
Antonym: Demolish
Meaning: To destroy or tear down
Example: The old building was demolished to make way for a shopping mall.
Meaning of the other words:
Detect – To discover or find; unrelated
Compensate – To make up for something; unrelated
Proceed – To continue; unrelated
Final Sentence: It is easier to construct a new house than to demolish an existing one.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.