SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 8

SSC CHSL - 10 Aug 2023 - Shift 4 • English • Q8

Select the most appropriate synonym of the bracketed word in the following sentence to fill in the blank.
It is hard to draw clear lines of ________ (division) between work and leisure.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Demarcation.

Given word: Division
Meaning: The action of separating something into parts or groups.
Example: There was a clear division between work and play.

Synonym: Demarcation
Meaning: The action of fixing boundaries or limits of something.
Example: The fence is the line of demarcation between the two properties.

Meaning of the other options:

Comprehension: The ability to understand something.
Administration: The process of running an organization.
Procrastination: The action of delaying or postponing tasks.

Hence, the chosen option is the correct synonym.