Question : Identify from the given options the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word according to its meaning in the following sentence. The confectioner dusted a fine layer of sugar on the muffin.
Option 1: scattered
Option 2: sprinkled
Option 3: powdered
Option 4: cleaned
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Correct Answer: cleaned
Solution : The fourth option is the correct choice.
Dusted involves applying or spreading a substance, while cleaned means removing dirt, dust, or unwanted substances from a surface, making it the antonym (opposite) in this context.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Scattered means to spread or distribute things over an area in a disorderly or random manner.
Sprinkled means to scatter or distribute something in small drops or particles over a surface.
Powdered means to turn something into a powder or fine particles.
Therefore, the correct answer is cleaned.
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She was upset seeing the scattered documents.
Option 1: Perished
Option 2: Dissipated
Option 3: Sprinkled
Option 4: Gathered
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He consolidated his position as the leader of the political party.
Option 1: Weakened
Option 2: Devised
Option 3: Strengthened
Option 4: Formulated
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Option 1: Enact
Option 2: Moderate
Option 3: Plot
Option 4: Assist
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Seema was a timid girl. She did not talk to people who were not familiar to her. She was an introvert since adolosense.
Option 1: introvert
Option 2: timid
Option 3: adolosense
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Option 1: ongoing
Option 2: played
Option 3: stopped
Option 4: disregarded
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