SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 20

SSC CHSL 2023 - 02 Aug 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q20

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Penury

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2. i.e. Opulence

Penury refers to extreme poverty or destitution, indicating a state of being extremely poor and lacking basic necessities.

Marked option Opulence refers to great wealth, luxury, and abundance, often associated with extravagant and lavish living.

The other options mean:

Emergency: A sudden and often dangerous situation that requires immediate action or attention.

Regression: A return to a previous or less advanced state.

Euphemism: A figure of speech where a mild or less direct word or expression is used in place of a more direct or harsh one, often to make something unpleasant.