Asked in: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Graduate Level) · SSC CHSL 2022 T-1
amalgamate in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Graduate Level) Homonyms & Homophones
From the given options, select the homonym that corresponds to both Definition (P) and Definition (Q).
(P) To combine, merge, or unite two separate companies or organisations into one unified corporate structure
(Q) To alloy, mix, or blend a metal alloy directly with liquid mercuryAnswer & explanation
Answer: D) Amalgamate
Meaning: amalgamate carries both senses —
#B (P) to merge two companies or organisations into one *(विलय करना, एकीकरण करना)* — "the two banks were amalgamated";
#B (Q) to alloy a metal with mercury *(पारे के साथ मिश्रधातु बनाना)* — such an alloy is an amalgam, e.g. the silver–mercury dental amalgam used in tooth fillings.
Why the others are wrong.
#B Coagulate = to change from liquid to a thick or solid state, as blood clots *(जमना, थक्का बनना)* — no merger sense.
#B Arbitrate = to settle a dispute as a neutral judge *(मध्यस्थता करना, पंचनिर्णय करना)* — no mixing sense.
#B Consolidate = to combine into one, or to strengthen *(समेकित करना, सुदृढ़ करना)* — fits (P) but has no mercury meaning,
amalgamate – questions
Has amalgamate been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – amalgamate has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Graduate Level), SSC CHSL 2022 T-1.