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SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 16

SSC CGL - 23 Sep 2025 - Shift 2 • English • Q16

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Choose the correct one-word substitute for: 'A short-lived or fleeting phenomenon.'

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Ephemeral.

 

Explanation of words:

  • Ephemeral: This refers to something that lasts for a very short time, is transitory, or is fleeting in nature. It is often used to describe things like biological life cycles (e.g., certain insects), atmospheric conditions, or momentary trends.

  • Eternal: This is the antonym of ephemeral; it describes something that lasts forever, is timeless, or has no end.

  • Archetype: This refers to a very typical example of a certain person or thing, or a recurrent symbol or motif in literature and art.

  • Chronicle: This is a factual written account of important or historical events in the order of their occurrence.

Hence, 'Ephemeral' is the accurate one-word substitute for a short-lived or fleeting phenomenon.