SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 3

SSC CGL - 12 Sep 2024 - Shift 3 • English • Q3

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Catastrophe

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

Given word: Catastrophe
Meaning: A sudden and widespread disaster causing great damage or suffering.
Example: The earthquake was a major catastrophe that left the city in ruins.

Antonym: Success
Meaning: The accomplishment of an aim or purpose; a positive or desirable outcome.
Example: Her efforts led to great success in the competition.

Meaning of the other options:
 Nurture: To care for and encourage growth; not opposite in meaning to “catastrophe.”
Immaculate: Perfectly clean or flawless; unrelated in meaning to “catastrophe.”
Disaster: Synonym of “catastrophe,” not an antonym.

Hence, the chosen option is the correct Antonym.