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SSC CGL (Prelims) General: Synonyms and Antonyms questions with solutions

9 questions with worked solutions.

Questions

Q1. Select the most appropriate synonym of the word: REBELLIOUS

  1. Defiant
  2. Loyal
  3. Cooperative
  4. Passive

Answer: Defiant

"Rebellious" means showing a desire to resist authority or control. "Defiant" is the closest synonym among the options.

Q2. Select the most appropriate antonym of the word: Turpitude

  1. Immorality
  2. Deceit
  3. Virtue
  4. Corruption

Answer: Virtue

"Turpitude" means depravity or moral corruption. Its opposite is "virtue," which denotes moral excellence.

Q3. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: FELICITOUS

  1. Inappropriate
  2. Awkward
  3. Incongruous
  4. Suitable

Answer: Suitable

"Felicitous" means well-chosen, apt, or suitable in the given context. Among the options, "Suitable" is the closest synonym.

Q4. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: DILATORY

  1. Sluggish
  2. Immediate
  3. Active
  4. Resolute

Answer: Sluggish

"Dilatory" means slow to act, causing delay, or tardy. "Sluggish" is the closest synonym among the given options.

Q5. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: CIRCUMSPECT

  1. Hasty
  2. Vigilant
  3. Careless
  4. Impulsive

Answer: Vigilant

“Circumspect” means cautious, careful, and watchful. Among the options, “vigilant” is the closest synonym.

Q6. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: OBFUSCATION

  1. Illumination
  2. Transparency
  3. Ambiguity
  4. Precision

Answer: Ambiguity

“Obfuscation” means making something unclear, confusing, or difficult to understand. Among the options, “Ambiguity” is the closest synonym.

Q7. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: TRENCHANT

  1. Ambiguous
  2. Feeble
  3. Incisive
  4. Hazy

Answer: Incisive

"Trenchant" means sharp, forceful, and incisive, especially in speech or writing. Among the options, "Incisive" is the closest synonym.

Q8. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: BENEVOLENT

  1. Charitable
  2. Hostile
  3. Indifferent
  4. Greedy

Answer: Charitable

"Benevolent" means kind, generous, and well-meaning. "Charitable" is the closest synonym among the options.

Q9. Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word: Opulent

  1. Wealthy
  2. Luxurious
  3. Impoverished
  4. Ostentatious

Answer: Impoverished

"Opulent" means rich, luxurious, or lavish. "Impoverished" is the opposite, meaning poor or lacking resources.

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