SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 21

SSC CGL - 25 July 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q21

Select the option that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the given word.

Jubilant

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Melancholic.

The word "jubilant" means feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph. The option that is opposite in meaning to "jubilant" is "Melancholic".

Melancholic means feeling or expressing sadness or depression.

The other option means:

Indifferent: Having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.

Thoughtful: Engaged in deep thought; considerate.

Gay: Happy, carefree, or cheerful (similar in meaning to jubilant).

Thus, melancholic is the correct antonym for jubilant.