SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 5

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 21 June 2024 - Shift 3 • English • Q5

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Resign

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

Given word: Resign
Meaning: To voluntarily leave a job or position; to accept something unpleasant or inevitable.
Example: He decided to resign from his position due to personal reasons.

Synonym: Surrender
Meaning: To give up control, often in a situation where one has no choice.
Example: After a long struggle, he finally surrendered to the circumstances.

Meaning of the other words:

  • Achieve: To successfully accomplish or attain something. (Not a synonym)
  • Insist: To firmly demand or maintain a belief. (Not related)
  • Stay: To remain in a place or situation. (Opposite in meaning)

Hence, the chosen option is correct.