SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 145

SSC Stenographer - 08 Aug 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q145

Choose the antonym of 'approve":

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer for the question is ‘Reject’.

Explanation:

Approve: This word means to officially agree to, accept, or sanction something as satisfactory.

Reject: This is the direct antonym (opposite). It means to refuse to accept, agree with, or consider something.

Sanction, Endorse, and Certify: These words are all synonyms or closely related terms to "approve," as they involve giving support, official permission, or confirmation.