Q. Choose the opposite of the word: DIMINISHED
The correct option is (C) Increased.
Explanation
- Diminished means made smaller, less, or reduced in size, extent, or importance.
- Increased means became or made greater in size, amount, or degree, making it the direct opposite.
Why not option (D)?
While Rose (the past tense of rise) also indicates an upward movement or growth, it is an intransitive verb action (e.g., "The sun rose"). Diminished is a past participle used to describe a state of being reduced, and its direct structural and contextual counterpart is Increased.
What the other words mean:
- Created: Brought something into existence.
- Finished: Brought to an end; completed.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
The correct option is (C) Increased.
Explanation
- Diminished means made smaller, less, or reduced in size, extent, or importance.
- Increased means became or made greater in size, amount, or degree, making it the direct opposite.
Why not option (D)?
While Rose (the past tense of rise) also indicates an upward movement or growth, it is an intransitive verb action (e.g., "The sun rose"). Diminished is a past participle used to describe a state of being reduced, and its direct structural and contextual counterpart is Increased.
What the other words mean:
- Created: Brought something into existence.
- Finished: Brought to an end; completed.