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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 20

SSC GD Constable (English) - 5th March 2019 Shift 2 • English • Q20

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

Existing, happening, or operating in the air

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Aerial.

  • 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. Aerial- from or in the air.
  2. Terrestrial- connected with the planet Earth.
  3. Arboreal- living in trees.
  4. Aquatic- living or taking place in, on or near water.

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