Meaning: Undecided or neutral about an issue
Hindi: किसी मुद्दे पर अनिर्णीत या तटस्थ रहना
Synonyms: undecided, neutral, wavering, uncommitted
Antonyms: decided, committed
Asked in: SSC CGL 2024 T-1 · SSC GD 2022 T-1
on the fence in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CGL 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the blank.
I'm _______________ about whether to accept the job offer or continue freelancing. Both options have their advantages.Answer & explanation
Answer: A) on the fence
Correct Answer: on the fence
Explanation:
The idiom "on the fence" means being undecided or unsure about something, which fits perfectly in the context of the sentence, where the person is unsure whether to accept the job offer or continue freelancing.
Others: -
• Left out in the cold: Means being excluded or neglected, which doesn't fit the context of being unsure about a decision.
• Up in arms: Means being very angry or upset, which is not relevant to the context of indecision.
• Cutting corners: Means doing something in a way that saves time or money but sacrifices quality, which doesn't fit the context either.
Examples
- “She is still on the fence about changing her career.”
on the fence – questions
What is the meaning of on the fence in Hindi?
on the fence means “किसी मुद्दे पर अनिर्णीत या तटस्थ रहना” in Hindi. In English: Undecided or neutral about an issue
What are the synonyms of on the fence?
Synonyms of on the fence: undecided, neutral, wavering, uncommitted.
What is the opposite of on the fence?
Antonyms of on the fence: decided, committed.
Has on the fence been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – on the fence has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2024 T-1, SSC GD 2022 T-1.