SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 17

SSC CGL - 4th June 2019 - Shift 1 • English • Q17

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

A person, animal or plant much below the usual height.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

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

  1. Dwarf: a person who is of unusually or abnormally small stature because of a medical condition; a person affected by dwarfism.
  2. Creature: an animal, distinct from a human being.
  3. Wizard: (in legends and fairy tales) a man who has magical powers.
  4. Witch: a woman thought to have magic powers, especially evil ones, popularly depicted as wearing a black cloak and pointed hat and flying on a broomstick.

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