SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 25

SSC CGL - 22 Sep 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q25

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: SENTIENT

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

 

Given word: Sentient

Meaning: Able to perceive or feel things; characterized by sensation and consciousness. Example: Many people believe that all animals are sentient beings that deserve our protection.

Synonym: Conscious

Meaning: Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; awake. Example: Although he was badly injured, he remained conscious throughout the rescue.

Meaning of the other words:

Lifeless: Not endowed with life; dead or appearing to be dead.

Dead: No longer alive.

Unaware: Having no knowledge of a situation or fact.

Hence, the chosen option is the correct Synonym.