SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 14

SSC CGL - 02 Dec 2022 - Shift 1 • English • Q14

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Exaltation

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

The meaning of the given words is:

 

  • Exaltation: A feeling of extreme happiness or pride, usually brought about by a great achievement or success. 
  • Ecstasy: A state of intense joy, excitement, or happiness, often accompanied by a sense of transcendence or spiritual euphoria.
  • Dejection: A feeling of sadness, disappointment, or discouragement. It can be caused by a sense of failure, rejection, or loss, and is often characterized by a lack of energy or motivation.
  • Satisfaction: A feeling of contentment or fulfillment that comes from achieving a goal or fulfilling a desire.
  • Elaboration: The process of adding more detail or complexity to something, usually in order to explain or clarify it.

Thus, the most appropriate synonym for the given word is Ecstasy.