SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 11

SSC CHSL - 10 March 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q11

Choose the word that means the same as the given word.
Instigate

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Raise.

Word: Instigate
Meaning: To start or provoke an action or event
Options:

Deterrence (prevention)

Settle (resolve)

Raise (cause, initiate)

Complaisance (willingness to please)

Correct answer: Raise

Explanation: "Instigate" means to provoke or start something, which is closest in meaning to "raise" among the given options.