Select the word that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the highlighted word in the given sentence.
He consolidated his position his position as the leader of the political party.

Correct option is A

The word " consolidate" means to strengthen or make something stronger, while " weaken" means to make something weaker or less strong. Therefore, "weakened" is the correct opposite of "consolidated" in the given context.
Synonyms: Strengthened, fortified, reinforced, amalgamated.
Antonyms: Weakened, divided, dispersed, separated.
Meanings of all options are as follows:
Weakened - made less strong or powerful.
Devised - created or planned.
Strengthened - made stronger or more powerful.
Formulated - developed or prepared a plan, theory, or strategy.