Asked in: SSC CPO 2022 T-1
have a soft spot for in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CPO 2022 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Vishnu was a naughty little boy, but I couldn’t help having a soft spot for him.Answer & explanation
Answer: D) feeling a lot of affection for one particular person, often without knowing why
Answer: 4
Solution (Correct Option – 4: feeling a lot of affection for one particular person, often without knowing why):
The idiom “to have a soft spot for someone” means to feel affection, fondness, or a special liking for someone, often without any logical reason.
In the sentence, despite Vishnu being naughty, the speaker feels emotionally attached to him — a classic example of this idiom.
Why other options are incorrect:
Getting on extremely well with someone – Refers to having a good relationship, not necessarily deep affection.
Doing something good for someone you have done something bad to in the past – Refers to making amends, not relevant here.
Liking someone immediately – Suggests
have a soft spot for – questions
Has have a soft spot for been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – have a soft spot for has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CPO 2022 T-1.