Select the correct alternative that best expresses the opposite meaning of the given word.
Hold

The correct answer is "Release."
Synonyms & Antonyms of Hold:
Synonyms: Clutch, Grasp, Grip, Clasp.
Antonyms: Release, Let go, Unclench, Free.
Explanation:
· "Hold" means to grasp or keep something firmly.
· "Release" is the opposite as it means to let go or set free.
· "Clutch", "Clasp", and "Bind" all indicate holding tightly, making them incorrect.
Example
· "She refused to hold his hand any longer and decided to release it instead."