SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 23

SSC GD Constable (English) - 12 Feb 2019 Shift 3 • English • Q23

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

RAMBLING

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

  • In the given question, we need to select the ANTONYM of the given word.
  • A word that has the exact opposite meaning of another word is its antonym.

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given word:-

  • RAMBLING means "(used about speech or writing) very long and confused".
  • For example:- It is a rambling structure now occupied by the National Museum.

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options:-

  1. Coherent- (ideas, thoughts, etc.) clear and easy to understand; logical.
  2. Deceptive- likely to give a false impression or to make somebody believe something that is not true.
  3. Irregular- not having a shape or pattern that we recognize or can predict.
  4. Confused- not able to think clearly.

The chosen option expresses the opposite meaning of the given word hence, it will be the correct choice.