SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 14

SSC GD Constable (English) - 3rd December 2021 Shift 2 • English • Q14

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Crust

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

Synonym: Words that have the same or nearly the same meaning.

Given word: Crust

Meaning: a hard layer on the outside of something

The word that seems to be its synonym is 'Shell' as it means the walls or hard outer structure of something.

Meaning of other words:

Root: the part of a plant that grows under the ground and takes in water and food from the soil.

Core: the central or most important part of something.

Kernel: the inner part of a nut or seed.