Word Meaning
2 solved SSC CGL English previous year questions on Word Meaning, each with the correct answer and a full explanation.
Q1
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences and click the button corresponding to it. An exact copy
✓ Correct answer: a) Facsimile
ExplanationThe Correct Answer: Option A — Facsimile Given Phrase — An exact copy: A precise reproduction that matches the original in every detail.Option A: Facsimile — An exact copy, especially of a document; the most precise term for identical reproduction.Other Options: Option B: Twin — Identical sibling or duplicate, but not typically used for documents/copies Option C: Mirror — Reflection or reverse image, not an exact copy Option D: Clone — Biological/genetic copy or software duplicate, less precise for general documents Wo rd Hindi Mean ing Synonyms Antonyms Fac sim ile सटीक प्रतिलि पि, सादृश्य replica (प्रतिरूप), duplicate (प्रतिलिपि), copy (प्रतिलिपि) original (मूल), prototype (प्राारूप), unique (अनूठा)
Q2
Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined word in a sentence. Even though James won the election, he has not brought any of his campaign promises to fruition.
✓ Correct answer: d) accomplishment
ExplanationThe Correct Answer: Option D – Accomplishment Fruition: The successful achievement, realisation, or completion of something planned or desired.Let’s learn the meaning of the given options: Option A: Concealment – The act of hiding something.Option B: Nourishment – Food or substances needed for growth and health.Option C: Disappointment – Sadness caused by failure or unmet expectations.Option D: Accomplishment – The successful completion or achievement of something.Since "bring to fruition" means to successfully achieve or complete something, Accomplishment is the most appropriate meaning.Additional Notes Word Meani ng (अर्थ) Synonyms Anto nyms Fruition सफलता / सिद्धि accomplishm ent, realization failur e Conceal ment छिपाव hiding, secrecy disclo sure Nourish ment पोषण nutrition, sustenance starva tion Disappo intment निराशा frustration, letdown satisf action Accompl ishment उपलब्धि achievement, success failur e
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