SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 23

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 20 June 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q23

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Brave

 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

The word "Brave" describes someone who shows courage and faces danger or challenges without fear. The antonym of "brave" would be a word that conveys a lack of courage or fearfulness.

Why option 1 is correct:
Coward: This noun refers to a person who lacks courage or is excessively afraid of danger or pain. It directly contrasts with "brave," making it the most appropriate antonym.

Why the other options are incorrect:
Option 2: Courageous – This is a synonym of "brave," not an antonym.

Option 3: Shallow – This term relates to depth, either physical or metaphorical, and does not pertain to courage or bravery.

Option 4: Foolish – While sometimes associated with rash or unwise actions, "foolish" does not directly oppose "brave."