SSC CGL Idioms and Phrases question with solution
Idioms and PhrasesModerate
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. A blessing in disguise
- (A)An unexpected guest
- (B)A hidden danger
- (C)Something good that seemed bad at first
- (D)A religious ceremony
Correct answer: (C) Something good that seemed bad at first
The idiom 'a blessing in disguise' is used figuratively and means "something good that seemed bad at first". Its meaning cannot be worked out from the literal sense of the individual words, which is why the other options are incorrect.
About this question
- Subject
- English Language
- Topic
- Idioms and Phrases
- Exam
- SSC (general)
- Attempts on SSC Rank
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Appears in: SSC MTS 2024 Computer Based Examination Question Paper — 30 September, Shift 1
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