SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 11

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2020 - 9 Nov 2020 - Shift 2 • English • Q11

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
PERCEIVE
 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. notice.

Given word: Perceive
Meaning: To become aware of or to recognize something through the senses, especially sight or understanding.
Example: She could perceive the tension in the room.

Synonym: Notice
Meaning: To observe or become conscious of something.
Example: I didn’t notice the change in his behavior.

Meaning of the other words:
Obtain: To get or acquire something.
Continue: To keep going or maintain a course of action.
Ignore: To deliberately pay no attention to something.

Reason: Among the options, “notice” is the closest in meaning to “perceive”, as both involve awareness and recognition.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.