Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. "Abandon"

Correct option is C

The correct synonym of the given word is (c) Desert.

Abandon: To leave someone or something behind, especially in a difficult situation or permanently. (छोड़ देना या त्याग देना)
Example: He had to abandon the project due to a lack of funds.

Desert: To leave someone or something without intending to return, often irresponsibly. (किसी को बिना जिम्मेदारी के छोड़ देना)
Example: The soldier deserted his post during the war.

Synonyms: Leave, forsake, desert, relinquish.
Antonyms: Retain, hold, reclaim, keep.

Meanings of all the other given options:
· (a) Reclaim: To get something back (वापस पाना)
· (b) Possess: To own or control something (स्वामित्व रखना)
· (d) Commence: To begin something (प्रारंभ करना)