SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 13

SSC CGL - 11 April 2022 - Shift 1 • English • Q13

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Retaliate

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

Synonym: Words that have the same or nearly the same meaning.

Given word: Retaliate

Meaning: make an attack in return for a similar attack.

The word that seems to be its synonym is 'react' as it means to act in response to something; respond in a particular way.

Meaning of other words:

Facilitate: make it easy or easier.

Rotate: move or cause to move in a circle around an axis or center.

Clap: strike the palms of (one's hands) together repeatedly