Choose the word/phrase which is opposite in meaning to the bold word/phrase in the sentence.
The king consolidated the empire into a powerful nation.

divided

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isolated

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fragmented

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weakened

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Solution

The correct option is C weakened
The word 'consolidated' refers to making something physically stronger or more solid.
Option A, divided refers to something split into parts or separated.
Option B, isolated refers to being far away from other places, buildings.
Option C, fragmented refers to breaking away in pieces.
Option D, weakened refers to becoming weaker in physical strength.
Thus, according to the meaning, the word 'weakened' is the opposite of the word 'consolidated'.

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