Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
Let’s distribute the surplus food to the needy.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Dearth.
Given word: Surplus
Meaning: An amount that is more than what is needed; excess
Example: The farm had a surplus of vegetables this season.
Antonym: Dearth
Meaning: A scarcity or lack of something
Example: There was a dearth of clean drinking water in the village.
Meaning of the other words:
Stale – No longer fresh; not relevant
Huge – Very large; not the opposite of surplus
Hot – Having a high temperature; not relevant
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.