Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Grow

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  1. Shrink
  2. Crimp
  3. Plant
  4. Alter

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Option 1 : Shrink
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The correct answer is: Shrink.

Key Points

  • Antonym means a word that has the opposite meaning of the given word.
  • Grow means to increase in size or quantity. (आकार या मात्रा में वृद्धि करना)
    • ExampleThe company implemented effective strategies, leading to a significant grow in its market share.
  • Marked option shrink means to decrease in size or quantity. (आकार या मात्रा में कमी होना)
    • ExampleDue to economic challenges, the company had to shrink its workforce to maintain financial stability.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

  • Crimp means to fold or bend into small, tight, or irregular folds. (छोटे, तंग या अनियमित तहों में मोड़ना)
  • Plant means to put a seed or plant in the ground to grow. (किसी बीज या पौधे को उगने के लिए जमीन में गाड़ना)
  • Alter means to change or modify something. (किसी चीज़ को बदलना या संशोधित करना)
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