SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 121

SSC Stenographer - 06 Aug 2025 - Shift 3 • English • Q121

Choose the antonym of ‘meticulous’: 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Meticulous: Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise. (e.g., She was meticulous about keeping her workspace clean.)

Negligent: Failing to take proper care in doing something; careless or indifferent. This is the direct opposite of being meticulous.

Thorough: This is a synonym. It means completing a task with great care and attention to detail.

Precise: This is a synonym. It refers to being exact, accurate, and careful about details.

Careful: This is a synonym. It means making a conscious effort to avoid mistakes or damage.