SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 14

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 21 Feb 2025 - Shift 2 • English • Q14

Select the appropriate synonym of the given word.
Candid

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Honest.

Given word: Candid
Meaning: Truthful and straightforward; frank
Example: She was candid about her mistakes during the meeting.

Synonym: Honest
Meaning: Free of deceit; truthful and sincere
Example: He gave an honest account of what happened.

Meaning of the other words:

Reserved: Slow to reveal emotions or opinions

Deceptive: Giving an appearance or impression different from the true one

Hesitant: Tentative, unsure, or slow in acting or speaking

Hence, the chosen option is correct.