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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 3

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 03 Aug 2022 - Shift 3 • English • Q3

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Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.

The common sunflower is valuable from an economic as well as from an ornamental point of view. The leaves are used as fodder, the flowers yield a yellow dye, and the seeds contain oil and are used for food. The sweet yellow oil obtained by compression of the seeds is considered equal to olive or almond oil for table use. Sunflower oil cake is used for stock and poultry feeding. The oil is also used in soap and paints and as a lubricant. The seeds may be eaten dried, roasted or ground into nut butter and are common in birdseed mixes.

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Ornamental

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Unembellished.

 

Given Word: Ornamental

Meaning: Used for decoration or beautification; something made to look attractive rather than for practical use.

Example: The ornamental vase was placed in the center of the table.

Antonym: Unembellished

Meaning: Plain, simple, or not decorated.

Example: The room was simple and unembellished, with no fancy items.

Meaning of other options:

  • Empty – Without contents (not opposite in this context)

  • Decorated – Same meaning as ornamental

  • Blank – Empty or without writing or marks (not a direct opposite)

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.