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    Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. ABSORB
    Question

    Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
    ABSORB

    A.

    swallow

    B.

    imbibe

    C.

    consume

    D.

    emit

    Correct option is D

    The correct antonym of the given word is (d) emit.
    Absorb: To soak up or take in a substance, idea, or information. (किसी चीज़ को सोखना या आत्मसात करना)
    Example: The sponge absorbed all the water on the table.
    Emit: To send out or give off (something like light, heat, sound). (निकालना, उत्सर्जित करना)
    Example: The chimney emits smoke.
    Synonyms of "absorb": soak, imbibe, assimilate, consume.
    Antonyms of "absorb": emit, release, eject, radiate.
    Meanings of the other options:
    · (a) Swallow: To cause or allow something to pass down the throat (निगलना)
    · (b) Imbibe: To drink or absorb ideas or knowledge (सोखना / आत्मसात करना)
    · (c) Consume: To use up or eat (खपत करना, खाना)

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