SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 8

SSC CHSL - 14th October 2020 - Shift 2 • English • Q8

Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the given word.

PREJUDICE

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Bias.

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

  1. Prejudice-  a feeling of unfair, dislike directed against an individual.
  2. Tolerance- capacity to endure pain or hardship: endurance, fortitude, stamina.
  3. Bias- a disproportionate weight in favour of or against an idea or thing.
  4. Justice- the maintenance or administration of what is just especially by the impartial adjustment of conflicting claims or the assignment of merited.
  5. Advantage- something that may help you to do better than other people.

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