SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 21

SSC CPO - 11 Nov 2022 - Shift 2 • English • Q21

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Be hard hit

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. severely affected by something unpleasant.

  • The meaning of the idiom 'be hard hit' is : to be adversely affected (by something) to a great degree; to suffer financial losses (as the result of something)
  • Hence, the correct answer would be Severely affected by something unpleasant.