SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 25

SSC CGL - 12 Sep 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q25

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
PERFIDIOUS

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

Given word: Perfidious
Meaning: Deceitful and untrustworthy; deliberately betraying someone's trust.
Example: His perfidious act of leaking confidential information ruined their friendship.

Synonym: Treacherous
Meaning: Guilty of or involving betrayal or deception.
Example: The treacherous soldier revealed the army’s plans to the enemy.

Meaning of the other options:
Frank: Open, honest, and direct in speech or writing.
Faithful: Remaining loyal and steadfast.
Generous: Showing a readiness to give more of something than is necessary.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.