Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Amplify
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4, i.e. Lessen.
- 'Amplify' means to increase, enlarge, or intensify something—like volume, detail, or magnitude.
- Its direct antonyms are words that express reduction or decrease in size, intensity, or effect—for example, reduce, decrease, diminish, and lessen—all of which convey the opposite meaning.
Let’s examine the options:
Dislike – refers to a lack of fondness, not the opposite of increasing.
Exaggerate – similar in meaning to amplify, not an antonym.
Enrich – means to enhance or improve, which aligns with increasing, not decreasing.
Lessen – directly means to reduce or decrease, making it the correct antonym.
The most appropriate antonym for amplify is lessen.