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SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 18

SSC CGL Tier II English - 11/09/2019 • English • Q18

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Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.
Something happening by chance in a happy and beneficial way.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2, i.e. serendipity.

  1. Option 1, serenity means the state of being peaceful and calm.
  2. Option 2, serendipity means the occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
  3. Option 3, misadventure means an unfortunate incident; a mishap.
  4. Option 4, fortitude means courage in adversity or pain.

Option 2 expresses the meaning of the sentence given in the question and hence becomes the answer to our question.