Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the given word.

Curtailed

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  1. Slashed
  2. Lengthened
  3. Pruned
  4. Trimmed

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Option 2 : Lengthened
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The correct answer is 'Option 2' i.e. 'Lengthened'.

 Key Points

  • The word that is opposite in meaning to 'curtailed' is option 2) 'lengthened'.
  • 'Curtailed' means to cut short or reduce in extent or quantity; to restrict. (कटौती किया हुआ)
  • Therefore, its antonym would be something that means to increase or extend.
  • 'Lengthened' - Make or become longer (बढ़ाया हुआ).

Therefore, the correct answer is: 'Lengthened'.

Additional Information

  • Here are the meanings of all the words in English and Hindi:
    • 'Slashed' - Cut (something) with a violent sweeping movement (कटा हुआ).
    • 'Pruned' - Trim (a tree, shrub, or bush) by cutting away dead or overgrown branches or stems, especially to increase fruitfulness and growth (छांटा हुआ).
    • 'Trimmed' - Made (something) neat or of the required size or form by cutting away irregular or unwanted parts (काटकर सजाया हुआ).
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