SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 18

SSC CGL - 10 Sep 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q18

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

The Morbi bridge mishap has left Gujarat in a deplorable state.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

  • Deplorable means something is morally bad.
  • Out of all the options, despicable is the correct synonym which means very unpleasant or evil. 

Other options mean:

  • Jubilation means great happiness because of a success.
  • Complaining means to say that you are not satisfied with something.
  • Rejoicing means the act or feeling of showing great happiness about something.