SSC CHSL 2024 PYQ — Question 15

SSC CHSL - 09 July 2024 - Shift 3 • English • Q15

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.

The encounter made the audience squirm.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Relax.

Squirm refers to making a lot of twisting movements because you are nervous, uncomfortable, or bored. Relax is the correct antonym as it means to become calmer and less worried.

Hence, the sentence becomes:- The encounter made the audience relax.