SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 15

SSC GD Constable (English) - 1 Feb 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q15

Select the most appropriate homophone to substitute the underlined word in the given sentence.

These ornaments are coated with gold.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. gild.

  • The correct homophone is "gild."
  • Gild means to cover with a thin layer of gold or to give an outwardly attractive appearance.
  • In the context of the sentence, it implies that the ornaments are adorned or coated with a layer of gold.