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SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 10

SSC CGL - 4th March 2020 Shift 1 • English • Q10

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Select the SYNONYM of the given word.

PREVENT

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options-

  1. Prevent- to stop something happening or to stop somebody from doing something.
  2. Allow- to give permission for somebody/something to do something or for something to happen.
  3. Construct- to build or make something.
  4. Avert- to prevent something unpleasant.
  5. Provoke- to cause a particular feeling or reaction.

As the chosen option expresses the best meaning of the given word it will be correct.