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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 22

SSC GD Constable (English) - 14 Feb 2019 Shift 3 • English • Q22

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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

BOISTEROUS

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Restrained.

  • 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:-

  • BOISTEROUS means "(used about a person or behaviour) noisy and full of energy".
  • For example:- The child was very boisterous at home, but was on his best behaviour at school. 

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

  1. Restrained- not showing strong feelings.
  2. Incompetent- lacking the necessary skill to do something well.
  3. Aggravated- to make something worse or more serious.
  4. Exuberant- (used about a person or his/her behavior) full of energy and excitement.

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