Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Contemplate

Correct option is B

The correct antonym of the given word is (b) Disregard.
Contemplate: To think deeply or carefully about something. (गंभीरता से विचार करना)
Example: She contemplated moving to another city for work.
Disregard: To ignore or pay no attention to. (नज़रअंदाज़ करना)
Example: He disregarded the warning and entered the restricted area.
Synonyms of Contemplate: ponder, consider, meditate, reflect.
Antonyms: ignore, disregard, overlook.
Meanings of other options:
· (a) Ruminate – To think deeply (चिंतन करना)
· (c) Meditate – To focus or reflect deeply (ध्यान करना)
· (d) Retract – To withdraw (वापस लेना)