Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Select the word that is the most appropriate antonym of the word:- Retract

Options:

Accept

Confirm

Salvage

Divulge

Correct Answer:

Confirm

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Confirm

  • Retract: (verb) To draw or take back (a statement, promise, or offer); to withdraw or recant.

  • Confirm: (verb) To establish the truth or correctness of (something previously stated, suspected, or rumored); to verify or affirm 

  • Accept → agree to or receive (not opposite of retract)

  • Salvage → save or recover something

  • Divulge → reveal information (not related to retract)