GATE 2011 CS (CS1) – Question 5

General Aptitude · Verbal Aptitude: Grammar and Vocabulary · 1 mark · Multiple choice

Choose the word most nearly opposite to “amalgamate”.

merge
split
collect
separate

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Correct answer: (D) separate

Explanation

Amalgamate means combine or unite into one whole. Separate is its direct opposite and the official choice D. Merge and collect indicate combining; split is related but “separate” is the intended broad antonym in these alternatives.

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