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SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 14

SSC CGL - 18 April 2022 - Shift 3 • English • Q14

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 Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Amass

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Gather.

  • The meaning of Amass is 'to collect or put together a large quantity of something'.
  • The meaning of the options are as follows-
  1. Gather-  to come or be brought together in a group
  2. Spread- to affect a larger area or a bigger group of people
  3. Divide- to separate into different parts
  4. Scatter- to move away quickly in different directions

Clearly as per the meanings the cporrect synonym is-

Gather