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SSC CHSL Synonyms Questions

9 questions on Synonyms for SSC CHSL. Each comes with the correct answer and a worked explanation.

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Q1.SynonymsEasy

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Abundant

  1. (A)Scarce
  2. (B)Narrow
  3. (C)Fragile
  4. (D)Plentiful
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Correct answer: (D) Plentiful

'Abundant' means existing in large quantities. Among the options, 'Plentiful' carries the same sense, so it is the correct synonym. The other options, 'Scarce', 'Narrow', 'Fragile', have different meanings.

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Q2.SynonymsEasy

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Candid

  1. (A)Timid
  2. (B)Frank
  3. (C)Secretive
  4. (D)Clumsy
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Correct answer: (B) Frank

'Candid' means truthful and straightforward. Among the options, 'Frank' carries the same sense, so it is the correct synonym. The other options, 'Secretive', 'Timid', 'Clumsy', have different meanings.

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Q3.SynonymsEasy

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Obsolete

  1. (A)Outdated
  2. (B)Costly
  3. (C)Popular
  4. (D)Modern
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Correct answer: (A) Outdated

'Obsolete' means no longer in use. Among the options, 'Outdated' carries the same sense, so it is the correct synonym. The other options, 'Modern', 'Costly', 'Popular', have different meanings.

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Q4.SynonymsEasy

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Lucid

  1. (A)Vague
  2. (B)Harsh
  3. (C)Clear
  4. (D)Dull
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Correct answer: (C) Clear

'Lucid' means expressed clearly and easy to understand. Among the options, 'Clear' carries the same sense, so it is the correct synonym. The other options, 'Vague', 'Dull', 'Harsh', have different meanings.

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Q5.SynonymsEasy

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Benevolent

  1. (A)Kind
  2. (B)Lazy
  3. (C)Cruel
  4. (D)Proud
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Correct answer: (A) Kind

'Benevolent' means kind and well-meaning. Among the options, 'Kind' carries the same sense, so it is the correct synonym. The other options, 'Cruel', 'Proud', 'Lazy', have different meanings.

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Q6.SynonymsEasy

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Vigilant

  1. (A)Hostile
  2. (B)Sleepy
  3. (C)Watchful
  4. (D)Careless
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Correct answer: (C) Watchful

'Vigilant' means keeping a careful watch for danger. Among the options, 'Watchful' carries the same sense, so it is the correct synonym. The other options, 'Careless', 'Sleepy', 'Hostile', have different meanings.

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Q7.SynonymsEasy

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Commence

  1. (A)Finish
  2. (B)Refuse
  3. (C)Delay
  4. (D)Begin
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Correct answer: (D) Begin

'Commence' means to start something. Among the options, 'Begin' carries the same sense, so it is the correct synonym. The other options, 'Finish', 'Delay', 'Refuse', have different meanings.

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Q8.SynonymsEasy

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Feeble

  1. (A)Weak
  2. (B)Sturdy
  3. (C)Swift
  4. (D)Brave
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Correct answer: (A) Weak

'Feeble' means lacking physical strength. Among the options, 'Weak' carries the same sense, so it is the correct synonym. The other options, 'Sturdy', 'Brave', 'Swift', have different meanings.

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Q9.SynonymsEasy

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Prudent

  1. (A)Stubborn
  2. (B)Greedy
  3. (C)Wise
  4. (D)Reckless
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Correct answer: (C) Wise

'Prudent' means acting with care and thought for the future. Among the options, 'Wise' carries the same sense, so it is the correct synonym. The other options, 'Reckless', 'Greedy', 'Stubborn', have different meanings.

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Frequently asked questions

How many SSC CHSL Synonyms questions can I practise here?

9 questions — 9 easy. 9 are shown on this page with answers and explanations, and the practice set draws from all of them.

How should I practise Synonyms for SSC CHSL?

Read through a few solved questions first to see the method, then take a timed practice set. Afterwards, check which questions you got wrong or spent longest on and redo those before moving on.