Choose the correct antonym of the given word from the options giv

Choose the correct antonym of the given word from the options giv
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Choose the correct antonym of the given word from the options given below.

RECEDE

A. Decrease

B. Wane

C. Advance

D. Refuse

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Right Answer is: C

SOLUTION

The correct solution is option 3 i.e. Advance.

Explanation

Let us know the meaning of the words given:

  • Decrease means to make or become smaller or fewer in size, amount, intensity, or degree.
  • Wane means have a progressively smaller part of its visible surface illuminated so that it appears to decrease in size.
  • Advance means move forwards in a purposeful way.
  • Refuse means indicate or show that one is not willing to do something. 

The given word is 'Recede' means to go or move back or further away from a previous position. So, the correct antonym of the given word is 'Advance'.

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