SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 66

SSC MTS - 09/10/2024 - (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) • English • Q66

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.

Mithya's remarkable generosity extended to everyone she knew.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Selfishness.
Given word: Generosity
Meaning: The quality of being kind and giving to others.
Example: Her generosity was evident when she donated most of her savings to charity.
Antonym: Selfishness
Meaning: The quality of caring only about yourself and not about other people.
Example: His selfishness made him unwilling to share even a little of his wealth.
Meaning of the other words:
Cowardice: Lack of courage.
Perfection: The state of being perfect.
Awkwardness: The quality of being clumsy or socially uncomfortable.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.