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English · Q867

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Competitive Exams · English · question 867

Q867

Matter expands on heating.

A.
shrinks
B.
reduces
C.
diminishes
D.
contracts
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
Expands : become or make larger or more extensive.
Shrinks : become or make smaller in size or amount.
Reduces : make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.
Diminishes : make or become less.
Contracts : decrease in size, number, or range.

Antonym of Expands is Contracts