SSC MTS 2026 PYQ — Question 73

SSC MTS - 18 Feb 2026 - Shift 3 • English • Q73

Which of the following words is the closest synonym of the word "special"?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

To find the closest synonym (a word with a similar meaning), we look for the word that best matches the definition of special, which means "better, greater, or otherwise different from what is usual."

Common, Ordinary, and Usual (Options A, B, and D) are actually antonyms (opposites) of special. They describe things that are normal, frequent, or standard.

Unique (Option C) describes something that is one of a kind or particularly remarkable, making it the closest match to special.