SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 20

SSC CGL - 19 July 2023 - Shift 1 • English • Q20

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

He just needs to calm down a wee bit.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

The most appropriate antonym of "calm down" in the given sentence is indeed "agitate."

While "calm down" means to be peaceful or relaxed, "agitate" means to disturb or upset.