SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 15

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level 2022 - 15 March 2022 - Shift 2 • English • Q15

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

To protect from harm or danger

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Defend.

 

One Word Substitution Concept:
We use one-word substitutes to replace a group of words or a phrase with a single word that expresses the same meaning more precisely.

Given Phrase: To protect from harm or danger
Correct Substitute: Defend

Defend means to protect someone or something from harm, danger, or attack.

Pretend means to fake or act as if something is true.

Guide means to lead or direct.

Advise means to suggest or recommend something.

Final Sentence:
The correct one-word substitute for “to protect from harm or danger” is Defend.

Conclusion: Defend is the correct answer.