SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 24

SSC CHSL - 20 Nov 2025 - Shift 3 • English • Q24

What is the term for a sound that cannot be heard clearly?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

A muffled sound is one that is quiet or unclear because it is covered or obstructed in some way.

Cacophony refers to a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.

Euphony refers to the quality of being pleasing to the ear, especially through a harmonious combination of words or sounds.

Resonance refers to the quality in a sound of being deep, full, and reverberating.