SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 119

SSC Stenographer - 06 Aug 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q119

Choose the antonym of 'veracity':

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1: Falsehood

Detailed Solution:
  • Meaning of 'Veracity': Conformity to facts, accuracy, truthfulness, or honesty.

  • Meaning of 'Falsehood': The state of being untrue, untruthfulness, or a lie.

Since Falsehood is the direct opposite of truthfulness, it is the correct antonym of veracity.

Analysis of Other Options:
  • Option 2 (Accuracy): Synonym of veracity (correctness/precision).

  • Option 3 (Truthfulness): Direct synonym of veracity.

  • Option 4 (Honesty): Synonym of veracity (sincerity/integrity).