Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Expunge

Options:

Draw

Wipe

Omit

Add

Correct Answer:

Add

Explanation:

The most appropriate antonym of the word expunge is add.

  • Expunge means "to remove (something) completely, especially from a record or document."
  • Add means "to put (something) in or to something else, especially as an extra or supplement."

The other words do not have the opposite meaning of expunge.

  • Draw means "to produce (something) by making marks on a surface with a writing instrument."
  • Wipe means "to rub (something) with a cloth or other object in order to remove dirt or moisture."
  • Omit means "to leave (something) out, especially deliberately."