SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 11

SSC CHSL 2023 - 03 Aug 2023 - Shift 1 • English • Q11

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Amateur

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Professional.

Amateur means someone who engages in an activity for the love or enjoyment of it, lacking professional expertise or formal training.

Marked option Professional means someone who is engaged in a particular activity as a paid occupation, typically having formal training, qualifications, or expertise.

Hence, the most appropriate antonym for 'amateur' is 'professional'.

The other option means:

Hobbyist: Someone who pursues a particular hobby or interest for enjoyment and recreation rather than as a profession.

Devotee: A person who is deeply committed and enthusiastic about a particular activity, interest, or cause.

Layman: An individual who lacks specialized knowledge or professional training in a particular field and approaches it from a non-expert perspective.