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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 22

SSC GD Constable (English) - 12 Feb 2019 Shift 2 • English • Q22

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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

SAVAGE

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Civilized.

  • 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:-

  • SAVAGE means "very cruel or violent".
  • For example:- He looked like he'd been savaged by a wild animal.

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

  1. Civilized- (used about a society) well organized; having a high level of social and cultural development.
  2. Tribal- relating to a tribe.
  3. Rustic- typical of the country or of country people; simple.
  4. Stern- very serious; not smiling.

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