SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 90

SSC CGL Tier II - 20 January 2025 - Shift I • English • Q90

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Melancholy

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

Melancholy is a feeling of sadness which lasts for a long time. Pleasant is the correct antonym as it means nice, enjoyable or friendly. 

Other options mean:

Miserable means very unhappy.

Profitable means helpful or useful.

Mechanical means operated by a machine, or connected with machines or their parts.