Choose the word which is opposite in meaning to addition:-
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Deletion
Addition means the act of adding something, or a thing that is added. Its antonym is deletion.
Example: The new library is a welcome addition to the school.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Protection | keeping someone or something safe from harm (not related to adding) | A helmet gives protection to the head. |
| (2) Deletion (answer) | the act of removing something, especially words from a text or data from a file (adding puts something in and deleting takes it out) | The editor suggested the deletion of two paragraphs. |
| (3) Delectation | a formal word for enjoyment or delight (it only looks like "deletion") | The chef prepared sweets for the delectation of the guests. |
| (4) Liberation | setting someone free (no link with adding) | The people celebrated the liberation of their country. |