SSC Stenographer 2026 PYQ — Question 166

SSC Stenographer - 12 Sep 2026 - Shift 2 • English • Q166

Fill in the blank with the correctly spelt word.
His _______ behavior during negotiations frustrated his teammates.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

Correct Answer: intransigent
Explanation
• The correctly spelt word is intransigent.
• It is an adjective that describes someone who refuses to compromise or change their extreme stance or opinion.
• Common spelling errors for this word involve replacing s with z or using the suffix -ant instead of -ent.
• Example: The committee could not reach an agreement due to his intransigent attitude.