SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 71

SSC MTS - 16/10/2024 - (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) • English • Q71

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

A person or entity that is unable to pay debts.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Insolvent.

Correct word
Insolvent

Meaning
A person or entity that is unable to pay debts.

Example
The company became insolvent after several bad investments.

Meaning of the other words:

  • Recluse = a person who lives alone and avoids others.

  • Busted = informal term for being caught or broken, not specifically about debts.

  • Insurgent = a person who rises in revolt against authority.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.