SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 1

SSC CGL - 10th June 2019 - Shift 1 • English • Q1

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

One who embraces voluntary death for the sake of one's country.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1, i.e. ‘Martyr'.

Word meaning

Meaning of the other words

Martyr: a person who is killed because of their religious or other beliefs.

Hence, it is the correct one word for the given phrase.

 

 

Fanatic means a person filled with excessive and single –minded zeal, especially for an extreme religious and political cause. 

Patriot means a person who vigorously supports their country and is prepared to defend it against enemy or detractors.

Diplomat means an official representing a country abroad.