SSC Stenographer 2026 PYQ — Question 124

SSC Stenographer - 10 Sep 2026 - Shift 1 • English • Q124

Select the most appropriate antonym of the word:
FASTIDIOUS

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer: Careless
Explanation
• Fastidious means being excessively particular, demanding, and attentive to accuracy and minute details.
• Careless means not giving sufficient attention, thought, or effort to doing something properly, making it the direct antonym.
• Example: While Sarah is fastidious about keeping her room spotless, her younger brother is completely careless.
Quick Tip: Words like meticulous, neat, and selective are synonyms or closely related to fastidious.