Q. Choose the correct antonym of the given word: Extirpate
✅ Correct Answer: (D)
Preserve
Explanation: Extirpate means to completely destroy, eradicate, or remove something.
Let's analyze the options:
(A) Enter – Not related to the meaning of extirpate.
(B) Ingratiate – Means to gain favor with someone, which is unrelated.
(C) Inseminate – Means to plant or sow (often used in biological or agricultural contexts), which is somewhat opposite but not the best choice.
(D) Preserve – Means to protect and keep something intact, which is the direct opposite of extirpate.
Correct Answer:
(D) Preserve.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Extirpate means to completely destroy, eradicate, or remove something.
Let's analyze the options:
(A) Enter – Not related to the meaning of extirpate.
(B) Ingratiate – Means to gain favor with someone, which is unrelated.
(C) Inseminate – Means to plant or sow (often used in biological or agricultural contexts), which is somewhat opposite but not the best choice.
(D) Preserve – Means to protect and keep something intact, which is the direct opposite of extirpate.
Correct Answer:
(D) Preserve.
Let's analyze the options:
(A) Enter – Not related to the meaning of extirpate.
(B) Ingratiate – Means to gain favor with someone, which is unrelated.
(C) Inseminate – Means to plant or sow (often used in biological or agricultural contexts), which is somewhat opposite but not the best choice.
(D) Preserve – Means to protect and keep something intact, which is the direct opposite of extirpate.
Correct Answer:
(D) Preserve.