SSC CHSL 2019 PYQ — Question 21

SSC CHSL - 9th July 2019 - Shift 1 • English • Q21

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

ORTHODOX

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

Word meaning

Usage

Synonym

Antonym

ORTHODOX: following or conforming to the traditional or generally accepted rules or beliefs of a religion, philosophy, or practice.

It has the synonym ‘traditional’ which means ‘existing in or as part of a tradition; long-established’.

If you are an orthodox vegetarian, you never, ever eat meat, not like those people who have fish once in a while.

conservative

traditional

observant

conformist

devout

unconventional

unusual

uncommon

unwonted

Meaning of other words:

Civilized: Having a highly developed society or culture.

Habitual: Behaving in a regular manner.

Deliberate: Intentional, done on purpose.

 

Hence, the chosen option is correct.