SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 156

SSC Stenographer - 08 Aug 2025 - Shift 2 • English • Q156

Choose the antonym of 'diligent':

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The word Lazy is the correct antonym for diligent.

Diligent: Showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties (hardworking).

Lazy: Unwilling to work or use energy (the opposite).

Meticulous: Very careful and precise (synonym).

Efficient: Working in a well-organized and competent way (related synonym).

Hardworking: Tending to work with energy and commitment (direct synonym).