Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
POLLUTE

Correct option is B

The correct synonym of the given word is (b) contaminate.
POLLUTE: To make air, water, soil etc. dirty or harmful by adding harmful substances. (प्रदूषित करना)
Example: Factories that pollute rivers must be held accountable.
CONTAMINATE: To make something impure by exposure to harmful or poisonous substances. (दूषित करना)
Example: The food was contaminated with bacteria.
Synonyms: taint, defile, foul, dirty.
Antonyms: purify, cleanse, disinfect, sanitize.
Meanings of all the given options:
· (a) Ridicule – To mock or make fun of (मज़ाक उड़ाना)
· (c) Destroy – To ruin completely (नष्ट करना)
· (d) Condemn – To express strong disapproval (निंदा करना)