SSC Selection Post 2019 PYQ — Question 12

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2019 - 14 Oct 2019 - Shift 1 • English • Q12

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.

DEVELOPED


 

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2, i.e. backward.

Given word: Developed
Meaning: Something that is advanced, modern, or well-grown
Example: Japan is a highly developed country with good infrastructure.

Antonym: Backward
Meaning: something that is not advanced, old-fashioned, or behind in progress
Example: The village is still backward in terms of education and healthcare.

Meaning of the other words:


Artistic – related to art or creativity
Progressive – moving forward or supporting change (similar to developed)
Modern – current, new, or recent (similar to developed)

Hence, the chosen option is the correct Antonym.