Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capitals.
The earthquake DESTROYED the ancient city.

constructedCorrect answerYour answerruinedCorrect answerYour answerdesertedCorrect answerYour answerdiscoveredCorrect answerYour answer

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CorrectNot quiteAnswer A

Correct answer: A

To destroy is to damage something until it is gone. To construct is to build it.

Worth noting

Ruined is a synonym, and deserted is what a destroyed city may become.

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Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capitals.The earthquake DESTROYED the ancient city.