Asked in: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1
panegyric in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 One Word Substitution
Choose the correct one-word substitute for:
A speech or writing that praises someone excessivelyAnswer & explanation
Answer: A) Panegyric
Correct Answer: Option 1 — "Panegyric"
"Panegyric" = a public speech or published text in praise of someone or something; formal or elaborate praise, often to an excessive degree. The key element is EXCESSIVE praise. ✓
The question specifies 'praises someone EXCESSIVELY' — 'panegyric' is specifically characterised by extravagant, over-the-top praise. ✓
Etymology: from Greek ' panegyrikos ' = fit for a public assembly; from ' panegyris ' = public assembly (pan = all + agyris = assembly). ✓
Why other options are wrong:
Option 2 'Eulogy' = a speech or piece of writing that praises someone highly, typically one delivered at a funeral or memorial service. 'Eulogy' is sincere tribute (especially f
panegyric – questions
Has panegyric been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – panegyric has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1.