Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word:
Eclipse

Shine

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Enlarge

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Conceal

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Gleam

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Solution

The correct option is A Enlarge
'Eclipse' as a noun means 'blocking or concealing' and as a verb means 'to block or to conceal'. Option B - 'Enlarge' is a verb which means 'to grow or to expand', which is opposite of the given word 'Eclipse'.

On the other hand, Option A - 'Shine' is a verb which means 'to radiate or to glow', Option C - 'Conceal' is a verb which means 'to hide or to disguise', Option D - 'Gleam' is a verb which means 'to shine or to glow'.

Therefore, the most appropriate antonym of 'Eclipse' from the given options is B - Enlarge.

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