In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given.
Aggrandize

Options

A. Acclaim
B. Boost
C. Parlay
D. Belittle

Answer

D

Explanation

Aggrandize (Verb) = increase the power, status or wealth of, to make someone more important, acclaim, boost.
Belittle (Verb) = denigrate, trivialize, undervalue, underrate. Look at the sentences : He urged women to be the sole participants in these acts, in order to aggrandize the emotional force of the movement. Though she had spent hours fixing the computer, he belittled her efforts.
Parlay (Verb) = to use or develop money, skills etc. in a way that makes more money or leads to success.
Look at the sentence: They parlayed a small inheritance into a vast fortune.