SSC CPO 2024 PYQ — Question 7

SSC CPO - 28 June 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q7

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

The beauty of cherry blossoms is ephemeral, as the delicate pink petals bloom for only a short period.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Permanent.

The most appropriate antonym for "ephemeral" is "permanent," as "ephemeral" means lasting for a short time, and "permanent" means lasting indefinitely.

The other options—"uniform," "unwavering," and "transient"—do not directly contrast with the idea of something being short-lived, making "permanent" the best choice.