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SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 137

SSC CGL Tier II - English - 29th Jan 2022 • English • Q137

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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Thwart

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

  • The word 'Thwart' means 'to stop something from happening or someone from doing something'.

For example: Our holiday plans were thwarted by the airline pilots' strike.

  • The most appropriate antonym of the given word is 'Allow' which means 'to give permission for someone to do something, or to not prevent something from happening'.

Let's see the meaning of the given words:

  • Appoint: to choose someone officially for a job or responsibility.
  • Oppose: to disagree with something or someone, often by speaking or fighting against it, him, or her.
  • Obstruct: to block or get in the way of something or someone, or to prevent something from happening or progressing by causing difficulties.

Hence, the correct answer is option 4 i.e. Allow.