Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Antonyms

Question:

Select the word that is opposite in meaning to the word:- Belittle

Options:

Adore

Disparage

Magnify

Asperse

Correct Answer:

Adore

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → Adore

Belittle = to insult, demean

Adore = to love, admire deeply

Note: The answer to this question can also be magnify.  Belittle means to make someone or something seem unimportant. The opposite is to magnify, i.e., emphasize importance or value. However, the given answer is as per NTA.

 

  • Disparage → to criticize or belittle (same meaning, not opposite)

  • Asperse → to slander or defame (also negative, not opposite)