Question

Choose the word that gives the antonym of the word italicized.
I think it would be better if this paragraph is eliminated.

• A. added
• B. improved
• C. shortened
• D. deleted

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

The word 'eliminated' refers to completely removing or getting rid of something.
Option A, added refers to denoting an additional element.
Option B, improved refers to having become or been made better.
Option C, deleted refers to removing or eradicating.
Option D, shortened refers to making or becoming shorter.
Thus, according to the meaning, the word 'added' is the opposite of the word 'eliminated'.