Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Stretch
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Lessen.
Given word: Stretch
Meaning: to make something longer or wider; to extend.
Example: She did some exercises to stretch her legs.
We need the antonym (opposite) of ‘stretch’.
Antonym: Lessen
Meaning: to reduce in size, amount, or degree.
Example: They tried to lessen the load by removing some items.
Meaning of the other words:
Range: the area of variation or extent
Scale: the relative size or extent of something
Scope: the range or opportunity to deal with something
Hence, the chosen option is correct.