SSC CPO 2024 PYQ — Question 26

SSC CPO - 29 June 2024 - Shift 3 • English • Q26

Select the word from the sentence below, which is an antonym for the word ‘dishearten’.

Many of the world’s greatest art pieces are encouraged by kings and are inspired by nature and society.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

Dishearten means to cause someone to lose determination or confidence. Encouraged is the correct antonym as it means to give hope, support or confidence to somebody.

Other options mean:

Greatest means largest in amount, size, or degree.

Pieces means parts.

Inspired means having excellent qualities or abilities.