SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 17

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 21 June 2024 - Shift 4 • English • Q17

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of
words.

She was engaged to be married to him.

 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

Correct word: Betrothed
Meaning: Engaged to be married; the person to whom one is engaged.
Example: She arrived at the party accompanied by her betrothed.

Meaning of the other words:

  • Option 2 – Betrayed: To have been disloyal to someone or revealed a secret.

  • Option  3 – Bestowed: Given or conferred (an honor, right, or gift),

  • Option 4 – Baptised: Admitted into Christianity through the sacrament of baptism.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct