Antonyms

It means to make or feel less, whereas augment means to increase, which is opposite. Hence correct answer.

The word chide means to scold or rebuke. The opposite of chide is to praise. Because laud means to praise, the choice it is correct.

The word wan means pale and weak. The opposite of wan is flush and healthy. Because glowing means showing the radiance of health, it is correct.

Apathy means lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern about something whereas perseverance means steadfastness in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success. This is the opposite, hence correct.

Support means to give approval, comfort, or encouragement which is the opposite to invalidate which means make or prove (an argument, statement, or theory) unsound or erroneous. Hence a correct answer.

The word ingenious means clever, intelligent, or inventive. The opposite of ingenious is not clever or intelligent. Because inane means stupid or silly, it is correct.

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The word mutilate means to disfigure violently. The opposite of mutilate is to repair or improve the appearance. Because mend means to repair something broken or damage, it is correct.

The word amplify means to increase in size or effect. The opposite of amplify is to decrease in size or effect. Because lessen means to decrease, it is correct.

Insipid means lacking in flavor whereas pungent means having a sharply strong taste or smell which is opposite to insipid. Hence, the correct answer.

The word succinct means expressed in few words. The opposite of succinct is expressed in a lot of words. Because wordy means characterized by the use of too many words, it is correct. The word succinct means expressed in few words. The opposite of succinct is expressed in a lot of words. Because wordy means characterized by the use of too many words, it is correct.

The word deprecate means to belittle or express disapproval. The opposite of deprecate is to praise or express approval of. Because commend means to express praise, this is correct option.

Garrulous means excessively talkative whereas reserved means slow to reveal emotion or opinions which is the opposite. Hence, correct option.

The word amass means to gather together or accumulate over time. The opposite of amass is to divide or donate. Because disperse means to distribute or spread, it is correct option. The word amass means to gather together or accumulate over time. The opposite of amass is to divide or donate. Because disperse means to distribute or spread, it is correct option.

Salutation is an expression of greeting, goodwill, or courtesy by word, gesture, or ceremony whereas adieu means a goodbye, which is opposite to salutation. Hence, a correct option. Salutation is an expression of greeting, goodwill, or courtesy by word, gesture, or ceremony whereas adieu means a goodbye, which is opposite to salutation. Hence, a correct option.