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SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 6

SSC CGL - 25 July 2023 - Shift 4 • English • Q6

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Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

_________ are words which have the same spelling or pronunciation but not the same meaning.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Homonyms.

  • Homonyms are words that have the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings.

  • The other option means:
    • Acronyms: Words formed from the initial letters of a phrase (e.g., NASA).
    • Synonyms: Words with similar meanings (e.g., "happy" and "joyful").
    • Antonyms: Words with opposite meanings (e.g., "happy" and "sad")