SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 25

SSC CGL - 4th June 2019 - Shift 3 • English • Q25

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

A number of Indian goods face a ______ competition from Chinese goods in terms of prices and looks.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3, i.e. Fierce. 

Concept/Grammar rules

Application

The sentence implies that a powerful competition is faced by Indian goods from Chinese goods.

‘Fierce’ meaning ‘powerful and destructive’ is the appropriate fit for the above-given blank.  

Ex: The proposal has faced fierce opposition. 

Hence, the chosen option is correct.