SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 83

SSC MTS - 14/11/2024 - (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) • English • Q83

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Avoid

Show answer & explanation

Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

Given word: Avoid

Meaning: To keep away from something or someone; to prevent something from happening.

Example:
You should avoid eating too much junk food to stay healthy.

Synonym – Evade

Meaning: To escape from or stay away from someone or something, often cleverly or deliberately.

Example: The thief tried to evade the police by hiding in an alley.

Meaning of the other words:

  • Pursue: to follow or chase someone or something.

  • Reflect: to think deeply about something or to show an image.

  • Accept: to agree to take or receive something.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.