SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 16

SSC CHSL - 09 March 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q16

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

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

 

Given word: Laggard

Meaning: A person who is slow and falls behind others; someone who is sluggish or delays progress.
Example: The manager warned the laggards to complete their tasks on time.

Synonym: Dawdling

Meaning: Wasting time or being slow; moving slowly and delaying.
Example: Stop dawdling and get ready—we're late!

Meaning of the other options:

  • Prompt: Done without delay; quick or timely — opposite of laggard.

  • Hustler: Someone who moves quickly or is aggressive in action — again, opposite.

  • Expeditious: Done efficiently and quickly — also the opposite of laggard.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct