Asked in: SSC CHSL 2024 T-1
inattention in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 Antonyms
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence.
I have left it to his discretion to accept or decline my offer.
(SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 (11-July Shift 4))Answer & explanation
Answer: C) Inattention
Correct Answer: Inattention
Explanation:
The word "discretion" means the ability to make responsible decisions or show good judgment.
The antonym should mean lack of attention or care.
Let’s evaluate the options:
• Judgement – Incorrect; similar in meaning to discretion.
• Wisdom – Incorrect; related to good judgment.
• Inattention – ✅ Correct; means lack of attention or care, opposite of discretion.
• Calculation – Incorrect; means planning or reckoning, not opposite.
So, the correct antonym of discretion is inattention.
inattention – questions
Has inattention been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – inattention has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2024 T-1.