SSC CPO 2025 PYQ — Question 173

SSC CPO - 10 Dec 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q173

Select the correct spelling for a word meaning 'clumsy or awkward in movement or manner'.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The word “gauche” means:

clumsy

socially awkward

lacking grace

Why others are incorrect:

Gosh (expression of surprise)

Goush (incorrect spelling)

Gauch (incorrect spelling)

Hindi meaning:

Gauche = भद्दा / अनाड़ी / असहज व्यवहार वाला व्यक्ति