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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 25

SSC GD Constable (English) - 14 Feb 2019 Shift 3 • English • Q25

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Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the given word.

AMIABLE

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

  • 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:-

  • AMIABLE means "friendly and pleasant".
  • For example:- She had an amiable personality, always ready with a kind word and a smile.

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

  1. Friendly- behaving in a kind and open way.
  2. Cheerful- feeling happy; showing that you are happy.
  3. Bashful- shy and embarrassed.
  4. Hostile- having very strong feelings against somebody/something.

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