Select the most appropriate synonym for the given word.
Relinquish
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Surrender.
Given word: Relinquish
Meaning: To give up, let go, or release something voluntarily
Example: He decided to relinquish his claim to the property.
Synonym: Surrender
Meaning: To give up or hand over, often in a formal or voluntary way
Example: The general had to surrender his troops to the opposing army.
Meaning of the other words:
Retain – To keep or hold on to something; opposite meaning
Hold – To grasp or keep; opposite meaning
Embrace – To accept or take up willingly; not exactly giving up
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.