SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 4

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 24 June 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q4

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

A person who eats meat but not seafood or fish

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Carnitarian.

 

Correct Word: Carnitarian

Meaning: A person who eats meat but avoids fish and seafood.

Example: She identifies as a carnitarian because she eats chicken and beef but avoids all kinds of fish.

Meaning of the other options:

  • Herbivorous: One who eats only plants or plant-based foods.

  • Carnivorous: One who eats only meat.

  • Omnivorous: One who eats both plant-based foods and meat, including fish and seafood.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.