SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 24

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

• 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:-

• ANNOY means "to make somebody angry or slightly angry".
• For example:- Tom was visibly annoyed. 

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

1. irritate- to make somebody angry; to annoy.
2. Please- used as a polite way of asking for something or telling somebody to do something.
3. Gratify- to give somebody pleasure and satisfaction.
4. Satisfy- to make somebody pleased by doing or giving him/her what he/she wants.

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