WBCS.LIVE practice question

Choose the word, which is opposite in meaning to IMPOUND.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Compound
  2. Generate
  3. Dollar
  4. Release

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Release

Explanation: Context: The word ‘impound’ means to seize or confine something officially. Its opposite should express release or freedom. 1. Compound ❌ – means to combine. 2. Generate ❌ – unrelated. 3. Dollar ❌ – meaningless here. 4. Release ✅ – correct; opposite of confine or seize. Correct Sentence/Example Sentence: The police released the impounded vehicle after proper verification.