SSC Selection Post 2019 PYQ — Question 15

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2019 - 17 Jan 2019 - Shift 1 • English • Q15

Choose the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence: 

People build different types of houses for living.

 

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3, i.e. Similar.

Given word: Different
Meaning: Not the same; showing distinction or variety.
Example: People have different opinions on the topic.

Antonym: Similar
Meaning: Almost the same; showing likeness or resemblance.
Example: The two sisters have similar features.

Meaning of the other words:
Contrasting – Showing strong differences, not an exact opposite of "different"
Equal – Same in quantity or value, not always used in the same context
Changing – Becoming different over time, not the opposite of "different"

Hence, the chosen option is correct.