Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Alleviate

Correct option is C

The correct antonym of the given word is (c) Aggravate.
Alleviate: To make something less severe or reduce the intensity of pain, suffering, or a problem. (Hindi: कम करना, हल्का करना)
Example: The doctor gave him medicine to alleviate his pain.
Aggravate: To make a situation worse or increase the severity of something. (Hindi: बढ़ाना, गंभीर बनाना)
Example: Scratching the wound will only aggravate the infection.
Synonyms: Relieve, Ease, Mitigate, Lessen
Antonyms: Worsen, Exacerbate, Intensify, Aggravate
Meanings of other options:
· (a) Soothe – To calm or relieve discomfort. (Hindi: शांत करना)
· (b) Ameliorate – To improve a situation or condition. (Hindi: सुधारना)
· (d) Destroy – To completely ruin something. (Hindi: नष्ट करना)