SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 66

SSC CGL Tier II - English - 29th Jan 2022 • English • Q66

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

He was ______ at his brother’s refusal to help him financially.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. indignant.

Let's see the meaning of the given words:

  • Indignant: shocked or angry because somebody has said or done something that you do not like and do not agree with.
  • Indicted: to officially charge somebody with a crime.
  • Enchanted: pleased or very interested.
  • Enamoured: be filled with love for.
  • The given sentence is talking about someone who felt anger at his brother's refusal to help.

  • The word indignant is the most appropriate word according to the meaning in the given context.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1 i.e. indignant.