SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 10

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level 2022 - 16 March 2022 - Shift 3 • English • Q10

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Fervor

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

Given word: Fervor
Meaning: Intense and passionate feeling.
Example: She spoke with such fervor that everyone was moved by her words.

Antonym: Apathy
Meaning: Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
Example: His apathy towards social issues shocked his classmates.

Meaning of the other words:
Seriousness: The quality of being solemn or thoughtful.
Zeal: Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause (Synonym of fervor).
Intensity: The quality of being extreme in strength or force (Related but not opposite).

Hence, the chosen option is the correct Antonym.