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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 10

SSC GD Constable (English) - 13 Jan 2023 - Shift 1 • English • Q10

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Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word to fill in the blank.

He borrowed money from his father and ________ it to his friend to help him.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e lent.

  • Borrowed: The action of taking or receiving something with the intention of returning it later. 

  • Lent: To give something to someone with the expectation that it will be returned. 

  • Reckoned: To calculate or count.

  • Beguiled: To deceive or trick someone.

  • Beget: To cause or bring about, often used in the context of parentage.

Hence, the most appropriate antonym for "borrowed" is "lent."