SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 24

SSC GD Constable (English) - 18 Feb 2019 Shift 3 • English • Q24

Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the given word.

NOMADIC

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

  • 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:-

  • NOMADIC means "Nomadic people travel from place to place rather than living in one place all the time. ".
  • For example:- As a nomadic people they have great contempt for the Sarts, who represent the town dwellers of the tribe.

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

  1. Roving- not staying anywhere for a long time and moving from one place to another.
  2. Wild- (used about animals or plants) living or growing in natural conditions, not looked after by people.
  3. Barbaric- very cruel and violent.
  4. Brave- ready to do things that are dangerous or difficult without showing fear.

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