Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the given word.

WITHER

  1. Decay

  2. Bloom

  3. Shrink

  4. Droop
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Wither means to dry up, shrink, or lose vitality (often said about plants). 'Bloom' is the correct antonym - it means to flower, grow, and thrive. Decay, shrink, and droop are all synonyms or related states to withering, not opposites.

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