SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 20

SSC CGL - 18 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • English • Q20

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Comfort

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Discontentment.

The word 'Comfort' is a noun that means a state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint.

For example - There is room for four people to travel in comfort.

Let's see the meanings of the gicen words:

  • Happiness - the state of being happy.
  • Discontentment - lack of contentment, dissatisfaction.
  • Luxury - a state of great comfort or elegance, especially when involving great expense.
  • Enjoyment - the state or process of taking pleasure in something.

From the above meanings, it is evident that the word discontentment is the correct antonym for the word comfort.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Discontentment.