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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 25

SSC GD Constable (English) - 9th March 2019 Shift 2 • English • Q25

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Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the given word.

ATTAIN

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

  • In the given question, we need to select the SYNONYM of the given word.
  • A word that has the same meaning as another word is its synonym.

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given word:-

  • ATTAIN means "to succeed in getting or achieving something, especially after a lot of effort".
  • For example:- This kind of tree can attain a height of 20 feet within just a few years. 

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options:-

  1. Prosper- to develop in a successful way; to be successful, especially with money.
  2. Abandon- to leave somebody/something that you are responsible for, usually permanently.
  3. Achieve- to complete something by hard work and skill.
  4. Lose- to become unable to find something.

The chosen option expresses the same meaning as the given word hence, it will be the correct choice.