Select the most appropriate antonym to substitute the (bracketed) word in the given sentence.
The negotiations have gotten nowhere, and I see no reason to (continue) with this pointless exercise.

Correct option is A

The correct antonym of the given word is (a) halt.
· Given word: Continue – To proceed or keep doing an activity without stopping.
· Hindi meaning: जारी रखना
· Example: "We decided to continue the journey despite the rain."
· Correct answer word: Halt – To bring or come to a stop.
· Hindi meaning: रोकना / रुकना
· Example: "The train halted at the station for 10 minutes."
· Synonyms: proceed, carry on, go on, keep at.
· Antonyms: halt, stop, cease, discontinue.
Meanings of the other options:
· (b) Coagulate – To thicken or clot (as in blood).
· Hindi: जमाना / थक्का बनाना
· (c) Agitate – To stir up or disturb.
· Hindi: उत्तेजित करना
· (d) Vivacious – Full of life and spirit; lively.
· Hindi: जीवंत / उत्साही