SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 144

SSC Stenographer - 06 Aug 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q144

Choose the antonym of 'Slander'

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

Slander means to make a false and damaging statement about someone to hurt their reputation.

Praise is the opposite; it involves expressing warm approval, admiration, or commendation for someone.

Mock: To tease or laugh at in a scornful manner (a synonym or related negative action).

Blame: To assign responsibility for a fault or wrong (similar in negative connotation to slander).

Abuse: To use something to bad effect or treat someone with cruelty (another negative action).

The antonym of 'Slander' is ‘Praise’.