ANTONYMS

Total Questions: 50

1. Sharp [SSC CHSL Tier II (02/11/2023)]

Correct Answer: (d) Blunt
Solution:Blunt - not having a sharp edge or point.

Sharp- something with a thin edge or a fine point that can cut things.

Handy- very useful or helpful.

Magnetic- possessing an extraordinary power or ability to attract.

Kindled- to set something on fire.

2. Denote [SSC CHSL Tier II (10/01/2024)]

Correct Answer: (c) Conceal
Solution:Conceal- to hide something from view or knowledge.

Denote- to mean or represent something.

Convey- to carry or send something fromone place to another.

Conclude- to bring something to an end.

Convince- to persuade someone to believe something or do something.

3. FASTIDIOUS [SSC CPO Tier II (08/01/2024)]

Correct Answer: (c) indifferent
Solution:Indifferent- lacking interest or concern.

Fastidious- extremely or excessively careful or detailed.

Fussy- not easily satisfied or pleased.

Difficult- not easy to do or understand.

Critical- expressing disapproval or judgment.

4. Deplore [SSC CPO Tier II (08/01/2024)]

Correct Answer: (b) praise
Solution:Praise- to express warm approval or admiration of.

Deplore- to express strong disapproval of something.

Dislike- to not like someone or something.

Hate- to feel intense dislike for something.

Mourn- to feel or express grief or sorrow.

5. Taciturn [SSC CPO Tier II (08/01/2024)]

Correct Answer: (a) loquacious
Solution:Loquacious- tending to talk a lot.

Taciturn- reserved or uncommunicative in speech.

Withdrawn- not actively participating or engaging with others.

Laconic- using very few words in speech.

Reticent- inclined to keep one's thoughts, feelings, or opinions to oneself.

6. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for the highlighted word. [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (1st Shift)]

The negligent attitude of the cops was criticised.

 

Correct Answer: (d) attentive
Solution:Attentive- attention to something. paying close

Negligent- failing to take proper care or showing a lack of attention.

Bored- feeling uninterested due to a lack of activity or excitement.

Amplify- to make something larger, greater, or more intense.

Reluctant- unwilling and hesitant.

7. Damp [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) Arid
Solution:Arid- extremely dry or having little or no rain.

Damp- slightly wet.

Misty- full of, covered with, surrounded by mist. or

Tropical- situated in the hottest parts of the world at the sides of the equator.

Soaked- something thoroughly wet.

8. Catastrophic [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) Fortuitous
Solution:Fortuitous- happening by accident or chance rather than intention.

Catastrophic- involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.

Calamity- an event causing great and sudden damage or disaster.

Sabotage- the act of purposely destroying or damaging something.

Fiasco- a complete failure or disaster.

9. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word 'moving' in the given sentence and choose the correct option. [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (1st Shift)]

The old grandfather clock chimed loudly, marking the passage of time with its steady tick-tock.

 

Correct Answer: (a) Steady
Solution:Steady- firmly fixed, supported, or balanced.

Moving- changing of place, position, or state.

Passage- the act of moving through somewhere on the way from one place to another.

Chimed- to make a ringing sound, like that of a bell.

Marking- the action of making a mark, especially to indicate position, shape, or quality.

10. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word 'discordant' in the given sentence and choose the correct option. [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (2nd Shift)]

The sweet melodious symphony of the piano filled the room, transporting the listeners to a world of beauty and emotion.

 

Correct Answer: (b) Melodious
Solution:Melodious- a sound pleasant to listen to.

Discordant- harsh or unpleasant in sound.

Transporting- moving something from one place to another.

Emotion- a strong feeling such happiness, sadness, anger, or fear. as

Filled full of something.