Identify from the given options the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word according to its meaning in the following sentence.

The confectioner dusted a fine layer of sugar on the muffin.

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SSC CGL 2023 Tier-I Official Paper (Held On: 25 Jul 2023 Shift 2)

Answer 1

The correct answer is: Cleaned.

Key Points

In the sentence, the action 'Dusted' refers to sprinkling a fine layer of sugar onto the muffin.
It implies adding or applying a light coating. (हल्का लेप लगाना)
- Example: The chef dusted the freshly baked pastries with a light layer of powdered sugar.
The opposite action would involve removing or cleaning off such a layer.
Therefore, "cleaned" is the opposite word, as it suggests removing particles or substances, in contrast to the action of adding a layer, as implied by "dusted" in this context. (कणों या पदार्थों को हटाना)
- Example: He cleaned the kitchen thoroughly, leaving it spotless.
Hence it is clear that the opposite of 'dusted' is 'cleaned'.

Thus, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

Scattered means to throw or drop things randomly in different directions. (चीज़ों को अलग-अलग दिशाओं में बेतरतीब ढंग से फेंकना या गिराना)
Sprinkled means to scatter small drops or particles over something. (किसी चीज़ पर छोटी बूंदें या कण बिखेरना)
Powdered means to cover or coat something with powder. (किसी चीज़ को पाउडर से ढकना या लेप करना)