SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 19

SSC CHSL - 11 Aug 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q19

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
Her judicious act made him popular overnight.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

Given word: Judicious
Meaning: Having or showing good judgment; wise and sensible.
Example: He made a judicious decision to invest in education.

Antonym: Unwise

Meaning: Lacking good judgment; foolish or not sensible.

Example: It would be unwise to ignore the warning signs.

Meaning of the other options:

Criminal: Related to crime; not a direct opposite of judicious.

Loyal: Showing firm support or allegiance; unrelated in meaning.

Lawful: Allowed by law; may relate to legal judgment but not a direct antonym of judicious.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.