Question 207
MediumOriginal questionChoose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capitals.
Grandfather's eyesight has DETERIORATED this year.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer B
Correct answer: B
Explanation
To deteriorate is to become worse. To improve is to become better.
Worth noting
Worsened is a synonym, and stayed means no change.
- Concept
- A word of the opposite meaning to "deteriorate"
- Typical timeTypical
- 30 s
- Your timeYours
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