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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 25

SSC CHSL - 16th October 2020 - Shift 2 • English • Q25

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Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the given word.

BARREN

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

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

  1. Desolate- (used about a place) empty in a way that seems very sad.
  2. Barren- (used about land or soil) not good enough for plants to grow on.
  3. Fertile- (used about land or soil) that plants grow well in.
  4. Fruitful- producing good results; useful.
  5. Bountiful- in large quantities; plentiful.

As the chosen option expresses the best meaning of the given word it will be the correct answer.