SSC MTS 2026 PYQ — Question 71

SSC MTS - 19 Feb 2026 - Shift 2 • English • Q71

Choose the word that is the most appropriate synonym of the word "lament".

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

Lament means to express deep grief, sorrow, or regret.

Mourn means to feel or show deep sorrow or regret for someone or something, which matches the definition of lament.

Celebrate: This is an antonym (opposite). It means to mark a happy occasion with festivities.

Forget: This means to fail to remember, which is unrelated to the emotional expression of grief.

Ignore: This means to refuse to take notice of or acknowledge something.