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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 16

SSC GD Constable (English) - 12 Jan 2023 - Shift 3 (Set 2) • English • Q16

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Select the most appropriate synonym of the word given below to fill in the blank in the following sentence.

Pamper
My grandmother said, “Don’t ______ the kid. He will get spoiled”.
 

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. coddle.

  • The corrected sentence would be: "My grandmother said, 'Don’t coddle the kid. He will get spoiled."

  • Both "pamper" and "coddle" imply excessive care, or attention, often to the point of spoiling someone.

  • In the context of the sentence, "coddle" fits well and maintains the intended meaning.