SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 2

SSC CGL - 13 Sep 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q2

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Epitome

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

 

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

Given word: Epitome
Meaning: A perfect example or embodiment of something
Example: 'She is the epitome of grace and kindness.'

Antonym: Antonym → Counterexample
Meaning: Something that is the opposite of a perfect example; disproves a generalization
Example: 'This mistake is a counterexample to the idea that everyone learns quickly.'

Meaning of the other words:

  • Exhort → to strongly encourage or urge someone

  • Expansion → increase in size or scope

  • Lucid → clear and easy to understand

  • Precise → exact, accurate

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.