SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 80

SSC MTS - 18/10/2024 - (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM) • English • Q80

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
He was very inquisitive and wanted to know each and every detail.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Indifferent.

Given word: Inquisitive
Meaning: Eager to know or learn, curious.
Example: The inquisitive child asked many questions about the stars.

Antonym: Indifferent
Meaning: Not interested, not caring about something.
Example: He seemed indifferent to the news and showed no curiosity.

Meaning of the other words:

  • Indeterminate – Not fixed or uncertain.
  • Uncanny – Strange or mysterious.
  • Intelligent – Smart, having good understanding.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.