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SSC CPO 2020 PYQ — Question 11

SSC CPO - 23 Nov 2020 - Shift 2 • English • Q11

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Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

CONCEITED

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

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

  1. Conceited : excessively proud of oneself; vain.
  2. Tentative : not certain or fixed; provisional ; done without confidence; hesitant.
  3. Inferior : lower in rank, status, or quality ; low or lower in position.
  4. Diffident : modest or shy because of a lack of self-confidence.
  5. Arrogant : having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities.

As the chosen option expresses the opposite meaning of the given word it will be correct.