BA

R
KH
A
AG
R
AW
AL
SYNONYMS

AL
SSC Phase XI

Q1. The hapless incident was a result of sheer negligence by the authorities.

AW
SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023 (Morning)
(a) grateful
(b) joyful
(c) ill- fated

R
(d) triumphant
Answer: ill-fated
AG
grateful: feeling thankful
joyful: full of happiness
ill-fated: doomed to misfortune
A

triumphant: victorious
KH

Q2. There were a plethora of options available to the applicant.

SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023 (Morning)
(a) excess
R

(b) recess
(c) destructive
BA

(d) insufficient
Answer: excess

excess: more than required

recess: a break period
destructive: causing damage
insufficient: not enough
Q3. The moral values in this nation were at their nadir during the autocrat's rule.
SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023 (Morning)
(a) equatorial
(b) highest point
(c) lowest point
(d) medial point
Answer: lowest point

AL
equatorial: related to the equator
highest point: pinnacle

AW
lowest point: the bottom or deepest part
medial point: middle point

Q4. Instant
SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023 (Morning)
(a) Immediate
R
AG
(b) Gradual
(c) Anticipated
(d) Precise
Answer: Immediate
A
KH

Immediate: without delay

Gradual: happening slowly
Anticipated: expected
Precise: accurate and clear
R

Q5. We always love to get the updated version of gadgets we use.

BA

SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023 (Morning)

(a) Latest
(b) Corrected
(c) Old
(d) Refurbished
Answer: Latest
Latest: most recent
Corrected: rectified or fixed
Old: having lived for a long time
Refurbished: renovated

Q6. Paranoia
SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023 (Morning)
(a) Anxiety

AL
(b) Faith
(c) Assurance
(d) Belief

AW
Answer: Anxiety

Anxiety: a feeling of worry

Faith: trust or belief
Assurance: confidence or guarantee
Belief: acceptance as true
R
AG
Q7. Biosphere reserves are 'learning places for sustainable development'.
SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023
(a) maintainable
A

(b) temporary
KH

(c) unsuitable
(d) brief

Answer: maintainable
R

maintainable: able to be maintained

BA

temporary: lasting for a limited time

unsuitable: not appropriate
brief: short duration

Q8. As far as possible, solid waste should be managed at the household level so that
minimum waste is delivered for management at the community level.
SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023
(a) withdrew
(b) replaced
(c) deposited
(d) relocated
Answer: c
withdrew: to take out
replaced: provide or find a substitute
deposited: placed or dropped

AL
relocated: moved to a new place

Q9. UNESCO is committed to protecting individual privacy and securing the personal

AW
information made available to us when you visit unesco.org, as well as UNESCO pages on
other sites.
SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023
(a) devoted
(b) disloyal
(c) unfaithful
R
AG
(d) inconstant
Answer: devoted

devoted: very loving or loyal

A

disloyal: unfaithful
KH

unfaithful: not loyal

inconstant: not lasting

10. Awful
R

SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023

(a) Inoffensive
BA

(b) Terrible
(c) Acceptable
(d) Delightful

Answer: Terrible

Inoffensive: not harmful or offensive

Terrible: extremely bad
Acceptable: permissible
Delightful: very pleasant

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

11. Envisage
SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023

AL
(a) Describe
(b) Deceive
(c) Imagine

AW
(d) Ridicule
Answer: Imagine

Describe: give details about

Deceive: mislead
Imagine: visualize
R
AG
Ridicule: mock

12. Appraise
SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023
A

(a) Amend
KH

(b) Assess
(c) Neglect
(d) Revolt
Answer: b
R

Amend: make changes

BA

Assess: evaluate
Neglect: disregard
Revolt: rebel

13. Contemptible
SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023
(a) Abhorrent
(b) Admirable
(c) Ambiguous
(d) Adamant
Answer: Abhorrent

Abhorrent: causing disgust

Admirable: deserving praise
Ambiguous: unclear

AL
Adamant: unyielding

14. Implacable

AW
SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023
(a) Magnanimous
(b) Relentless
(c) Compassionate
(d) Remorseful
Answer: Relentless
R
AG
Magnanimous: generous
Relentless: continuous
Compassionate: showing sympathy
A

Remorseful: regretful
KH

15. Mitigate
SSC Phase XI 27/06/2023
(a) Incite
R

(b) Aggravate
(c) Alleviate
BA

(d) Intensify
Answer: Alleviate

Incite: provoke
Aggravate: worsen
Alleviate: make less severe
Intensify: strengthen
SSC Phase X

Q1. Abridge
SSC Phase X 1/05/2022
(a) Align

AL
(b) Shorten
(c) Combine
(d) Divide

AW
Answer: (b) Shorten
Explanation:

Align: to arrange in a straight line or bring into alignment.

R
Shorten: to reduce the length of something.
Combine: to join or unite.
AG
Divide: to separate into parts.

2. Gratification
SSC Phase X 1/05/2022
(a) Pique
A

(b) Dejection
KH

(c) Contentedness
(d) Dispiritedness
Answer: (c) Contentedness
Explanation:
R

Pique: a feeling of resentment or irritation.

BA

Dejection: a feeling of sadness or depression.

Contentedness: a state of being satisfied or content.
Dispiritedness: a state of being discouraged or lacking in spirit.

3. Distribute
SSC Phase X 2/05/2022
(a) Practice
(b) Impress
(c) Oblige
(d) Circulate
Answer: (d) Circulate
Explanation:

Practice: to perform repeatedly to improve skills.

Impress: to make a strong impact or effect.
Oblige: to compel or require someone to do something.

AL
Circulate: to distribute or spread something among a group of people.

4. Amaze

AW
SSC Phase X 2/05/2022
(a) Assure
(b) Commit
(c) Praise

R
(d) Astonish
Answer: (d) Astonish
AG
Explanation:

Assure: to promise or guarantee.

Commit: to dedicate oneself to a cause or course of action.
Praise: to express admiration or approval.
A

Astonish: to surprise greatly or fill with wonder.

KH

5. Incentive
SSC Phase X 3/05/2022
(a) Extensive
R

(b) Inducement
(c) Intensive
BA

(d) Strong
Answer: (b) Inducement
Explanation:

Extensive: covering a large area or range.

Inducement: something that motivates or encourages someone to do something.
Intensive: thorough or concentrated.
Strong: having great power or influence.
6. Satisfy
SSC Phase X 3/05/2022
(a) Agitate
(b) Annoy
(c) Delight
(d) Disappoint
Answer: (c) Delight

AL
Explanation:

Agitate: to disturb or upset.

AW
Annoy: to irritate or provoke.
Delight: to please greatly or satisfy.
Disappoint: to fail to fulfill expectations or hopes.

R
7. Wedded bliss
SSC Phase X 3/05/2022
AG
(a) Merriness
(b) Elatedness
(c) Gaiety
(d) Misery
Answer: (a) Merriness
A

Explanation:
KH

Merriness: cheerful and festive happiness.

Elatedness: a state of being elated or extremely happy.
Gaiety: a state of joyful exuberance.
R

Misery: a state of great unhappiness or discomfort.

BA

8. Meagre
SSC Phase X 4/05/2022
(a) Satisfactory
(b) Enough
(c) Adequate
(d) Scanty
Answer: (d) Scanty
Explanation:
Satisfactory: meeting expectations or requirements.
Enough: sufficient in quantity or degree.
Adequate: enough for a particular purpose.
Scanty: lacking in quantity or quality; insufficient.

9. Cordial
SSC Phase X 4/05/2022

AL
(a) Antagonistic
(b) Unfriendly
(c) Amicable

AW
(d) Hostile
Answer: (c) Amicable
Explanation:

R
Antagonistic: showing hostility or opposition.
Unfriendly: not friendly or sociable.
AG
Amicable: characterized by friendliness or goodwill.
Hostile: unfriendly or antagonistic.

10. Emancipate
SSC Phase X 4/05/2022
A

(a) Fetter
KH

(b) Liberate
(c) Enchain
(d) Confine
Answer: (b) Liberate
R

Explanation:
BA

Fetter: to restrain or restrict.

Liberate: to set free from oppression or constraints.
Enchain: to bind or shackle.
Confine: to restrict within limits or boundaries.

11. Inspiring
SSC Phase X 4/05/2022
(a) Alert
(b) Enriching
(c) Interesting
(d) Monotonous
Answer: (d) Monotonous
Explanation:

Alert: attentive or vigilant.

Enriching: making richer or more meaningful.

AL
Interesting: arousing curiosity or interest.
Monotonous: lacking in variety; dull or repetitive.

AW
12. Distinctive
SSC Phase X 5/05/2022
(a) Constant
(b) Parallel

R
(c) Different
(d) Alike
AG
Answer: (d) Alike
Explanation:

Constant: remaining unchanged or consistent.

Parallel: side by side and having the same distance continuously.
A

Different: not the same as something else; distinct or separate.

KH

Alike: similar in appearance, nature, or character.

13. Submission
SSC Phase X 5/05/2022
R

(a) Rebelling
(b) Intractability
BA

(c) Contumacy
(d) Compliance
Answer: (d) Compliance
Explanation:

Rebelling: resisting authority or control.

Intractability: stubbornness or refusal to change.
Contumacy: disobedience or defiance.
Compliance: acting in accordance with rules or directives.

14. Bashful
SSC Phase X 5/05/2022
(a) Introverted
(b) Concussed
(c) Experimented
(d) Expanded

AL
Answer: (a) Introverted
Explanation:

AW
Introverted: shy or reserved.
Concussed: suffering from a concussion.
Experimented: tried something new or different.
Expanded: enlarged or extended in scope.

R
AG
A
KH
R
BA
ANTONYMS

SSC Phase XI
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
1. Prudent
SSC Phase XI 27/06/23 (morning)
(a) Atrocious

AL
(b) Stupid
(c) Wise
(d) Crafty
Ans :b

AW
Solution :
(a) Atrocious - Cruel
(b) Stupid - Foolish
(c) Wise - Sagacious

R
(d) Crafty - Cunning
AG
2. Hasten
SSC Phase XI 27/06/23 (afternoon)
(a) Spooky
(b) Triumph
(c) Present
A

(d) Dawdle
Ans : d
KH

Solution :
(a) Spooky - Eerie
(b) Triumph - Victory
R

(c) Present - Current

(d) Dawdle - To waste time or move slowly
BA

3. It is a fact that Pradip's bigotry results out of his lack of appreciation for another group's
activities, and disregard of others' belief systems.
SSC Phase XI 28/06/23 (morning)
(a) Bigotry
(b) Disregard
(c) Lack
(d) System
Ans : b
Solution :
(a) Bigotry - Prejudice
(b) Disregard - Neglect
(c) Lack - Absence
(d) System - Structure

4. Loyalty
SSC Phase XI 28/06/23 (afternoon)
(a) Stop

AL
(b) Unrestrained
(c) Deceitful
(d) Growth
Ans : c

AW
Solution :
(a) Stop - Halt
(b) Unrestrained - Uncontrolled
(c) Deceitful - Dishonest
(d) Growth - Expansion

5. Frail
R
AG
SSC Phase XI 28/06/23 (evening)
(a) Anaemic
(b) Robust
(c) Diffident
(d) Hospitable
A

Ans : b
KH

Solution :
(a) Anaemic - Weak
(b) Robust - Strong
(c) Diffident - Shy
R

(d) Hospitable - Welcoming

BA

6. Natural
SSC Phase XI 29/06/23 (morning)
(a) Native
(b) Natural
(c) Unnatural
(d) Logical
Ans : c

Solution :
(a) Native - Indigenous
(b) Natural - Genuine
(c) Unnatural - Artificial
(d) Logical - Rational

7. Keen
SSC Phase XI 29/06/23 (afternoon)
(a) Perceptive
(b) Accurate

AL
(c) Subtle
(d) Insensitive
Ans : d

AW
Solution :
(a) Perceptive - Observant
(b) Accurate - Precise
(c) Subtle - Delicate
(d) Insensitive - Unfeeling

8. Humble
R
AG
SSC Phase XI 29/06/23 (evening)
(a) Meek
(b) Pompous
(c) Brilliant
(d) Compliant
A

Ans : b
KH

Solution :
(a) Meek - Submissive
(b) Pompous - Arrogant
(c) Brilliant - Intelligent
R

(d) Compliant - Obedient

BA

9. Her collection consists of rare Stamp

SSC Phase XI 29/06/23 (evening)
(a) Disposed
(b) Unique
(c) Essential
(d) Common
Ans : d

Solution :
(a) Disposed - Inclined
(b) Unique - One-of-a-kind
(c) Essential - Necessary
(d) Common - Ordinary

10. My cousin's fanatical views made him very unpopular with his friends.
SSC Phase XI 29/06/23 (evening)
(a) Apathetic
(b) Moderate

AL
(c) Impartial
(d) Weary
Ans : b

AW
Solution :
(a) Apathetic - Indifferent
(b) Moderate - Reasonable
(c) Impartial - Fair
(d) Weary - Tired

11. Scarce
R
AG
SSC Phase XI 30/06/23 (morning)
(a) Extinct
(b) Natural
(c) Abundant
(d) Rare
A

Ans : c
KH

Solution :
(a) Extinct - No longer existing
(b) Natural - Not artificial
(c) Abundant - Plentiful
R

(d) Rare - Uncommon

BA

12. There is an abundance of fertile soil and magnificent grazing land.

SSC Phase XI 30/06/23 (morning)
(a) Plethora
(b) Dearth
(c) Adequacy
(d) Plenitude
Ans : b

Solution :
(a) Plethora - Excess
(b) Dearth - Scarcity
(c) Adequacy - Sufficiency
(d) Plenitude - Abundance

13. "Can I borrow your cell?" She asked.

SSC Phase XI 30/06/23 (Afternoon)
(a) Bite
(b) Lend

AL
(c) Hire
(d) Rent
Ans : b

AW
Solution :
(a) Bite - To cut with teeth
(b) Lend - To give temporarily
(c) Hire - To employ
(d) Rent - To pay for temporary use

14. Despair
R
AG
SSC Phase XI 30/06/23 (Afternoon)
(a) Optimism
(b) Sorrow
(c) Distant
(d) Distinct
A

Ans : a
KH

Solution :
(a) Optimism - Hopefulness
(b) Sorrow - Grief
(c) Distant - Far
R

(d) Distinct - Clear

BA

15. Humane
SSC Phase XI 30/06/23 (Evening)
(a) Merciless
(b) Cordial
(c) Generous
(d) Forgiving
Ans : a

Solution :
(a) Merciless - Cruel
(b) Cordial - Friendly
(c) Generous - Kind
(d) Forgiving - Merciful

16. The melancholy song brought tears to my eyes.

SSC Phase XI 30/06/23 (Evening)
(a) Aesthetic
(b) Ecstasy

AL
(c) Tremendousness
(d) Seclusion
Ans : b

AW
Solution :
(a) Aesthetic - Artistic
(b) Ecstasy - Euphoria
(c) Tremendousness - Enormity
(d) Seclusion - Isolation

17. Prudent
R
AG
SSC Phase XI 30/06/23 (Evening)
(a) Atrocious
(b) Stupid
(c) Wise
(d) Crafty
A

Ans : b
KH

Solution :
(a) Atrocious - Cruel
(b) Stupid - Foolish
(c) Wise - Sagacious
R

(d) Crafty - Cunning

BA

SSC Selection Post Phase (x)

1. In the given sentence, a word is given in brackets. Select the most appropriate
ANTONYM
This is a / an ________ (fertile) land crops do not grow here.
Graduate Level 03/08/2022 ( Shift - 3)
(a) hard
(b) inexpensive
(c) barren
(d) fruitful
Ans : c

Solution :
(a) Hard: Resistant or tough.
(b) Inexpensive: Affordable or not costly.
(c) Barren: Unable to produce crops or infertile.
(d) Fruitful: Producing a lot or productive.

AL
2. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word frame from the given sentence:
It's a fact that Jiban's reading room is not a disrupting and hostile place to those readers
who often disorganise their thoughts and find it difficult to frame their minds and

AW
arguments.
Graduate Level 04/08/2022 (Shift - 4)
(a) disorganise
(b) difficult
(c) hostile
(d) disrupt
Ans : a
R
AG
Solution :
(a) Disorganize: To make chaotic or disorderly.
(b) Difficult: Hard or challenging.
(c) Hostile: Unfriendly or antagonistic.
A

(d) Disrupt: To interrupt or disturb

KH

3. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word kindness from the given sentence:
Laboni is a perfect combination of intelligence, kindness, honesty, and patience and feels
no animosity towards others.
Graduate Level 05/08/2022 ( Shift - 3)
R

(a) honesty
(b) animosity
BA

(c) patience
(d) intelligence
Ans : b

Solution :
(a) Honesty: Truthfulness or integrity.
(b) Animosity: Hostility or strong dislike.
(c) Patience: Tolerance or endurance.
(d) Intelligence: Ability to learn and understand.
4. Zeal
Higher Secondary 01/08/2022 ( Shift - 3 )
(a) Allure
(b) Apathy
(c) Anger
(d) Ardour
Ans : b

AL
Solution :
(a) Allure: Attraction or appeal.
(b) Apathy: Lack of interest or enthusiasm.
(c) Anger: Strong feeling of displeasure.

AW
(d) Ardour: Passion or intense enthusiasm.

5. Despite the criticism, the government did not rescind the policy.
Higher Secondary 02/08/2022 (Shift - 2)
(a) Reinstate
(b) Relegate
(c) Rewind
R
AG
(d) Revoke
Ans : a

Solution :
(a) Reinstate: Restore to its previous state or position.
A

(b) Relegate: Assign to a lower position or category.

(c) Rewind: Reverse or go back in time.
KH

(d) Revoke: Cancel or annul.

6. Frail
Higher Secondary 03/08/2022 ( Shift - 4 )
R

(a) Brittle
(b) Stout
BA

(c) Horrible
(d) Precarious
Ans : b

Solution :
(a) Brittle: Easily broken or fragile.
(b) Stout: Strong and sturdy.
(c) Horrible: Extremely unpleasant or dreadful.
(d) Precarious: Uncertain or risky.
7. The orator gave his best winsome smile.
Higher Secondary 04/08/2022 (Shift - 3 )
(a) Cunning
(b) Satisfying
(c) Repelling
(d) Winning
Ans : c

AL
Solution :
(a) Cunning: clever in a dishonest or bad way
(b) Satisfying: pleasing, giving satisfaction
(c) Repelling: To send or push somebody/something back or away

AW
8. The penurious little boy could not get the school lunch.
Higher Secondary 05/08/2022 (Shift - 2)
(a) Lazy
(b) Naughty
(c) Unlawful
(d) Munificent
R
AG
Ans : d

Solution :
(a) Lazy: Inactive or lacking effort.
(b) Naughty: Mischievous or disobedient.
A

(c) Unlawful: Against the law or illegal.

(d) Munificent: Generous or giving freely.
KH

SSC Phase IX

Select the most suitable ANTONYM of the given word.

R

1. Redundant
BA

SSC Phase IX 14/03/22 (Morning)

(a) Bombastic
(b) Superfluous
(c) Essential
(d) Excessive
Ans : c

Solution :
(a) Bombastic - Pompous
(b) Superfluous - Unnecessary
(c) Essential - Necessary
(d) Excessive - Too much

2. Resilience
SSC Phase IX 14/03/22 (Morning)
(a) Courage
(b) Flexibility
(c) frail

AL
(d) Rigidity
Ans : c

Solution :

AW
(a) Courage - Bravery
(b) Flexibility - Adaptability
(c) frail- weak
(d) Rigidity - Inflexibility

3. Diminish
SSC Phase IX 14/03/22 (afternoon)
R
AG
(a) Curtail
(b) Abate
(c) Recede
(d) Extend
Ans : d
A

Solution :
KH

(a) Curtail - Reduce

(b) Abate - Lessen
(c) Recede - Retreat
(d) Extend - Expand
R

4. Illicit
BA

SSC Phase IX 14/03/22 (afternoon)

(a) Ethical
(b) Prohibited
(c) Unlawful
(d) Furtive
Ans : a

Solution :
(a) Ethical - Moral
(b) Prohibited - Forbidden
(c) Unlawful - Illegal
(d) Furtive - Sneaky

5. Equanimity
SSC Phase IX 14/03/22 (Evening)
(a) Agitation
(b) Assurance
(c) Serenity

AL
(d) Calmness
Ans : a

Solution :

AW
(a) Agitation - Disturbance
(b) Assurance - Confidence
(c) Serenity - Tranquility
(d) Calmness - Peace

R
AG
A
KH
R
BA