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SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 72

SSC CGL Tier II English - 12/09/2019 • English • Q72

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Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
PERSIST

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1, i.e. continue.

  1. Continue means to persist in an activity or process.
  2. Cease means to come or bring to an end.
  3. Halt means bring or come to an abrupt stop.
  4. Forget means fail to remember.

Option 1 expresses a meaning that is similar to that of the given word 'persist'. So, 'continue' is the correct answer.