The correct answer is option (A):
Inundate
The correct answer is "Inundate".
The word "desiccate" means to dry up or remove moisture from something. Think of it like a desert - it's desiccated because it lacks water.
Now, let's look at the options:
* **Inundate:** Means to flood or overwhelm with water. This is the opposite of drying something out. This is why "Inundate" is the antonym of "Desiccate."
* **Deprive:** Means to take something away from someone. This doesn't relate to moisture or dryness.
* **Dilute:** Means to make a liquid weaker by adding water or another solvent. While it involves water, it doesn't directly oppose the concept of removing moisture.
* **Deny:** Means to refuse to admit the truth of something or to refuse someone something. This is not related to moisture or dryness.
* **Approve:** Means to officially agree to or accept as satisfactory. This is also not related to moisture or dryness.
Therefore, "Inundate," which means to flood or cover with water, is the closest antonym to "desiccate" (to dry out).