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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 13

SSC CHSL - 14th October 2020 - Shift 2 • English • Q13

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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

PROVOKE

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

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

  • Provoke- to cause a particular feeling or reaction.
  • Stimulate- to make something active or more active.
  • Encourage- to give hope, support or confidence to somebody.
  • Appease- to make somebody calmer or less angry by agreeing to what he/she wants.
  • Beckon- to show somebody with a movement of your finger or hand that you want him/her to come closer.

As the chosen option expresses the opposite meaning of the given word it will be correct.