SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 136

SSC Stenographer - 07 Aug 2025 - Shift 2 • English • Q136

Select the synonym of Reticent.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

Reticent: Refers to someone who is not willing to share their thoughts or feelings easily; they are often quiet or uncommunicative in speech.

Reserved: This is the most accurate synonym as it describes a person who is slow to reveal emotion or opinions and prefers to be restrained in social situations.

Arrogant: This means having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities, which is unrelated to being quiet or vocal.

Talkative: This is an antonym (opposite) of reticent, as it describes someone who speaks frequently and at length.

Outspoken: Also an antonym; it refers to someone who is frank and bold in stating their opinions.