Asked in: SSC CHSL 2024 T-1
deceitful in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 Antonyms
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for the underlined word in the given sentence.
Because the politician made a candid speech, he earned the respect of the voters.
(SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 (10-July Shift 2))Answer & explanation
Answer: A) Deceitful
Correct Answer: Deceitful
Explanation:
The word "candid" means honest and straightforward.
The antonym should mean dishonest or misleading.
Let’s evaluate the options:
• Deceitful – ✅ Correct; means dishonest or misleading.
• Reckless – Incorrect; means careless, unrelated.
• Reticent – Incorrect; means reserved or silent, not exactly the opposite.
• Prudent – Incorrect; means wise or careful, unrelated.
So, the correct antonym of candid is deceitful.
deceitful – questions
Has deceitful been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – deceitful has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2024 T-1.