SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 6

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 10 Feb 2025 - Shift 3 • English • Q6

Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted word in the given sentence.

The children decorated the classroom with a mellow yellow paint, creating a calming atmosphere for reading time.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. soft and pleasant

Given word: Mellow
Meaning: soft, smooth, and pleasant in tone or color
Example: The room was painted in a mellow shade of green, making it feel cozy and calm.

Synonym: Soft and pleasant
Meaning: gentle and agreeable to the senses
Example: The music had a soft and pleasant tone that relaxed everyone.

Meaning of the other words:

  • Bright and sunny → very light and cheerful

  • Rough and textured → coarse or uneven surface

  • Dark and gloomy → dim and depressing

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.