Question

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word-
MAGNIFY
a. Induce
b. Diminish
c. Destroy
d. Enlarge

Answer 1

Hint : Magnify means to make something look bigger than it is, usually using a special piece of equipment.

Complete step by step answer :
Magnify is to make something bigger, whether in size or in significance. It is usually used to make small or tiny units as enlarged so that it can become easier to see. For example : To magnify something under a microscope.
Let us examine the given option so that we can find out the correct answer :

Option 'a' Induce. To make or persuade somebody to do something. For example : Nothing could induce him to change his mind.

Option ’b’ Diminish. Diminish means to become or to make something smaller or less important. For example : The world’s rainforests are diminishing fast.

Option 'c' Destroy. Destroy means to damage something so badly so it cannot be longer used or exist. For example : The building was destroyed by fire.

Option 'd' Enlarge: Enlarge means to make something bigger or making it wider. For example : I am going to make this photo enlarged.
As we have examined all the given options we can easily figure the answer. The opposite of magnify is diminish. Hence, the correct answer is option 'b', diminish.


Note : Both the words, magnify and diminish are verbs. You have to identify the part of speech as well to find out the correct answer.