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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 1

SSC GD Constable (English) - 12 Feb 2019 Shift 1 • English • Q1

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Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.

A person with odd personality

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Eccentric.

  • In the given question, we need to select one word for the given phrase.
  • One Word Substitution simply means "using a specific word replacing a wordy phrase or sentence and making it shorter, concise and clearer to understand".

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

  1. Eccentric- (used about people or their behaviour) strange or unusual.
  2. Egoist- a self-centred or selfish person.
  3. Entomologist- a person who studies or is an expert in the branch of zoology concerned with insects.
  4. Ecologist- a person who studies or is an expert in ecology.

As the chosen option expresses the meaning of the given group of words it will be the correct choice.