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SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 98

SSC CGL Tier II - 6 March 2023 - Shift 1 • English • Q98

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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for the word 'often' in the following sentence.
Usually at Christmas, uncle often brings lovely and cherished gifts for us.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e.seldom.

  • Often means something that happens frequently or on a regular basis. In the sentence, it indicates that the uncle brings gifts for the children many times. 

  1. Seldom is the antonym of "often," this word means something that happens infrequently or rarely. 

  2. Cherished describes something that is greatly loved and valued.

  3. Lovely means something that is pleasant or beautiful

  4. Usually indicates that something is commonly the case.

Hence, seldom is the appropriate choice.