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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 23

SSC GD Constable (English) - 5th March 2019 Shift 2 • English • Q23

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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

GENUINE

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Fake.

  • In the given question, we need to select the ANTONYM of the given word.
  • A word that has the exact opposite meaning of another word is its antonym.

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given word:-

  • GENUINE means "real; true".
  • For example:- He has always shown a genuine concern for poor people. 

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options:-

  1. Fake- a work of art, etc. that seems to be real or genuine but is not.
  2. Thankful- pleased and grateful.
  3. Unhealthy- not having or showing good health.
  4. Original- first; earliest (before any changes or developments).

The chosen option expresses the opposite meaning of the given word hence, it will be the correct choice.