Question

Directions: In the following question, each word is followed by five options. Choose the option which is the closest antonym of the given words. While choosing your answer, keep in mind the finer distinctions in the meaning and usage of certain words.
VITIATE

• A. Trust
• B. Deaden
• C. Drain
• D. Rectify
• E. Amuse

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The task is to identify the closest antonym of the word "VITIATE". The word "vitiate" typically means to spoil, weaken, or corrupt something. When we seek an antonym, we are looking for a word that counteracts this meaning, generally something that suggests improvement or correction.

1. "Trust" - Trust does not directly relate to the concept of spoiling or weakening, so it is not an antonym of "vitiate".
2. "Deaden" - This word means to make something less intense or dull, which still aligns somewhat with the idea of weakening. Therefore, it is not the antonym we are looking for.
3. "Drain" - To drain is to cause something to lose strength or substance, which again aligns more closely with spoiling or weakening.
4. "Rectify" - To rectify means to correct or fix something. This directly counteracts the action of spoiling or corrupting, hence making it the perfect antonym for "vitiate".
5. "Amuse" - This word means to entertain, which does not suggest direct opposition to the concept of vitiation.

Therefore, the closest antonym of the word "VITIATE" is Rectify.