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SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 6

SSC CGL - 03 Dec 2022 - Shift 4 • English • Q6

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

Sharp and direct

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Acerbic

The meaning of the given words is:

  • Acerbic: It means sharp, bitter, or sarcastic in tone or taste, often characterized by a harsh or biting quality.

  • Zoonic: This is not a commonly used word in English. If it was intended to be "zoological," then it means relating to the study or science of animals, often characterized by an emphasis on the behavior, physiology, and classification of different animal species.

  • Anodyne: It means something that relieves pain or discomfort, often characterized by being soothing, calming, or healing.

  • Acidic: It means having a pH level lower than 7 on the pH scale, often characterized by a sour or sharp taste.

Thus, the most appropriate one word substitution for the given set of words is Acerbic.