Which word is the opposite of "expand"?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. shrink
- Step 1: To expand is to become larger.
- Step 2: To shrink is to become smaller.
Answer
shrink.
Why not the others: Grow, stretch and increase are close in meaning to expand.
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