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SSC CHSL 2021 PYQ — Question 16

SSC CHSL - 13 April 2021 - Shift 2 • English • Q16

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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. 

SEVERE

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

  • Severe means extremely bad or serious.
  • The word that is the antonym is "mild" which means not strong; not very bad.
  • The meanings of the words are:
    • Harsh: very strict and unkind
    • Cruel: causing physical or mental pain or suffering to somebody/something.
    • Strict: not allowing people to break rules or behave badly.