Mark the correct opposites, out of the four choices given, of the following…

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Mark the correct opposites, out of the four choices given, of the following words:

Convalesce

  1. A.

     Visible

  2. B.

    Brittle

  3. C.

    Deteriorate

  4. D.

     Scattered

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Correct answer: C

Answer: Deteriorate

Explanation: "Convalesce" means to recover health or strength after an illness or medical treatment. The opposite is to get worse in health or condition.

  • Why "Deteriorate" is correct: it means to become worse in health or condition, which is the direct opposite of recovering.

  • Why the other choices are incorrect:

    • Visible — means able to be seen; unrelated to recovery or worsening.

    • Brittle — means easily broken or fragile; not related to health recovery.

    • Scattered — means dispersed or spread around; not the opposite of recovering.

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