SSC Selection Post 2023 PYQ — Question 18

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 30 June 2023 - Shift 4 • English • Q18

 Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
 Awful

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Terrible.

 

Given Word: Awful

  • Meaning: Awful means extremely bad, unpleasant, or terrible.
  • Example: The weather was awful, so we stayed indoors.

Correct Synonym: Terrible

  • Meaning: Very bad or unpleasant; causing discomfort or distress.

  • Example: He felt terrible after making that mistake.

Meaning of other options:

  • Inoffensive: Means not likely to offend. 

  • Delightful: Means extremely pleasing.

  • Acceptable: Means adequate or satisfactory.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.