SSC MTS 2022 PYQ — Question 21

SSC MTS - 20 July 2022 - Shift 2 • English • Q21

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

Community leaders were baffled by the sudden arrival of the President.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e composed.

 

Antonym: a word opposite in meaning to another.

Baffled means to cause someone to be unable to understand or explain something.

Composed is the correct antonym that means calm and in control of emotions.

Meaning of other words:

Flustered: agitated or confused.

Thwarted: prevent from accomplishing something.

Confused: unable to think clearly.