Asked in: SSC MTS 2023 · SSC CHSL 2022 T-1 · SSC GD 2022 T-1
cynical in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC MTS 2023 Synonyms
Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.
Ray was cynical about love.Answer & explanation
Answer: A) pessimistic
Answer: (1) pessimistic
Solution:
• The word "cynical" means distrustful of others’ motives or believing that people are motivated by self-interest (किसी चीज़ को लेकर शंका करना, विशेषकर लोगों की नीयत पर)
• A cynical person often sees the negative side of things and may doubt sincerity — especially in matters like love, politics, or kindness
• The most appropriate synonym is "pessimistic", which means tending to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen (निराशावादी)
Correct sentence meaning:
"Ray was doubtful or negative about love."
Other options explained:
• prolific – highly productive (उत्पादक) ❌
• trusting – believing others easily (opposite of cynical) ❌
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cynical – questions
Has cynical been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – cynical has been asked 3 times in SSC exams: SSC MTS 2023, SSC CHSL 2022 T-1, SSC GD 2022 T-1.