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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Collapse

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SSC Stenographer 2023 Previous Year Paper (13-Oct-2023) (Shift 3)
The correct answer is

Flourish

The correct answer is Option (2) i.e. 'Flourish'.

 Key Points

  • Collapse : (ह्रास) - To fall down or give way suddenly; to break down or fail.
    • Example: The old building began to collapse after years of neglect.
  • Flourish : (फलना-फूलना) - To grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way; to thrive.
    • Example: The garden began to flourish with colorful flowers in the spring.
  • From the above example, it is clear that 'Flourish' is the antonym of 'Collapse'.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Flourish'.

  Additional Information

  • Collaborate : (सहयोग करना) - To work together with others, typically on a joint project or task.
    • Example: The two companies decided to collaborate on a new research initiative.
  • Flounder : (डगमगाना) - To struggle or move awkwardly, especially in water or mud; to have difficulty or be in confusion.
    • Example: He started to flounder in the deep water, unable to swim properly.
  • Slip : (फिसलना) - To slide or lose one's footing unexpectedly; a small mistake or error.
    • Example: She felt her foot slip on the icy pavement during the winter storm.
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