SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 19

SSC CHSL 2023 - 04 Aug 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q19

Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence.

The ruins of this building do tell us the story of a defunct organisation.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

"Defunct" means no longer existing or in use.

Synonym of "defunct" is "obsolete."

"Obsolete" means no longer in use or outdated.

The sentence implies that the organization is no longer functional and the building is in ruins.

The other option means:

Ancient means belonging to the very distant past.

Contemporary means belonging to the present time.

Prominent means important or famous.