SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 24

SSC GD Constable (English) - 1 March 2019 Shift 1 • English • Q24

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

A person who is indifferent to the pains and pleasures of life

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

  • 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. Introvert- a quiet, shy person who prefers to be alone than with other people.
  2. Social- connected with society and the way it is organized.
  3. Stoic- suffering pain or difficulty without complaining.
  4. Solitary- done alone, without other people.

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