Synonyms · Question 24 · Medium

Choose the word most similar in meaning to CURTAIL.

  1. Extend
  2. Clarify
  3. Reduce
  4. Conceal
Answer and explanation

Answer: C. Reduce

Explanation: To curtail is to cut short or reduce something, such as expenses or a speech. Extend is the opposite.

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