Question

Select the word or groups of words that is most opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

CLINCH

• A. Lose
• B. Clasp
• C. Deal
• D. Seal

Answer 1

The correct option is A Lose

The word 'clinch' refers to confirming or settling a contract or bargain.

Option A, lose refers to failing to win a game or contest.

Option B, clasp refers to grasping something tightly with one's hand.

Option C, deal refers to taking part in commercial trading of a particular commodity.

Option D, seal refers to a thing regarded as a confirmation or guarantee of something.

Thus, according to the meaning, the word 'lose' is the most opposite in meaning from the word 'clinch'.