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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 22

SSC GD Constable (English) - 15 Feb 2019 Shift 1 • English • Q22

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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

RUTHLESS

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

  • 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:-

  • RUTHLESS means "(used about people and their behavior) hard and cruel; determined to get what you want and showing no pity to others".
  • For example:- He could be ruthless, but was not habitually cruel.

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

  1. Kind- a group whose members all have the same qualities.
  2. Humble- not thinking that you are better or more important than other people; not proud.
  3. Merciless- showing no mercy.
  4. Careful- thinking about what you are doing so that you do not have an accident or make mistakes, etc.

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