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.

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)