SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 150

SSC Stenographer - 07 Aug 2025 - Shift 2 • English • Q150

Select the synonym of Relinquish. 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Relinquish means to voluntarily cease to keep or claim; to give up control, a right, or a possession.

Abandon means to give up completely, leave behind, or cease to support/look after.

Analysis of Other Options

The remaining three choices are actually antonyms (opposites) of relinquish:

Maintain: To keep something at the same level or in good condition.

Continue: To persist in an activity or process.

Retain: To continue to have or hold something; to keep possession of.