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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 12

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 04 Aug 2022 - Shift 1 • English • Q12

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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Dainty

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Clumsy.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

 

Given word: Dainty

Meaning: Something or someone that is delicate, graceful, and neat.

Example: She wore a dainty bracelet on her wrist.

Antonym: Clumsy

Meaning: Someone who is awkward, not graceful, or often breaks or drops things.

Example: He is so clumsy that he spilled water all over the table.

Meaning of other options:

  • Lazy – Not related to neatness or grace

  • Baffled – Confused or puzzled

  • Confused – Not clear-minded

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.