SSC Stenographer 2026 PYQ — Question 181

SSC Stenographer - 11 Sep 2026 - Shift 2 • English • Q181

Which of the following words is spelled incorrectly?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

Correct Answer: Mischievious
Explanation
• The correct spelling is Mischievous, which means playfully causing trouble or harm.
• A common mistake is adding an extra letter 'i' after 'v' (writing mischievious) due to its frequent mispronunciation.Word | Meaning
Embellishment | A decorative detail or feature added to make something more attractive
Discrepancy | An illogical or unexpected lack of agreement or similarity
Catastrophe | An event causing great and often sudden damage or suffering