SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 9

SSC CHSL - 22 Nov 2025 - Shift 2 • English • Q9

Select the most appropriate antonym of the word: Deleterious

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The word "deleterious" means causing harm or damage.

The most appropriate antonym is harmless, which means not causing any harm or damage.

The other options, dangerous, toxic, and poisonous, are synonyms of deleterious.