In the following sentence, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part, which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative in case no improvement is needed, choose the alternative that indicates ''No Improvement.''
Both governments voted to erode the treaty.
A. Abrogate the treaty
B. Retrograde the treaty
C. Interrogate the treaty
The correct option is 1.
Erode means ‘gradually wear away.’ It doesn't make sense in this sentence. The correct word is ‘abrogate.’ Abrogate means ‘repeal or do away with (a law, right, or formal agreement).’ This perfectly fits the sentence.
Retrograde means ‘directed or moving backward.’
Interrogate means ‘ask questions of (someone) closely, aggressively, or formally.’
Both these words don't fit in the context of the sentence.