SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 20

SSC CGL - 18 Sep 2024 - Shift 3 • English • Q20

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word in the brackets to fill in the blank.

Dhara _______ the way to Mumbai. [lost]

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

Given word: Lost
Meaning: To fail to keep or maintain something, especially to no longer have something because you cannot find it.
Example: She lost her way in the forest and had to wait for help.

Antonym: Found
Meaning: To discover or locate something that was previously missing or unknown.
Example: After hours of searching, they finally found the hidden path to the village.

Meaning of the other options:

Paved: Covered a surface with a hard material such as concrete or bricks.
Slept: Remained in a state of rest by sleeping.
Helped: Gave assistance or support to someone.

Hence, the chosen option is the correct antonym.