Asked in: SSC CPO 2025 T-1
patina in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CPO 2025 T-1 Homonyms & Homophones
Select the sentence containing the homonym of the highlighted word:
The sculpture's patina conveyed a sense of antiquity.Answer & explanation
Answer: B) Her reputation had the patina of elegance.
Correct Answer: Option 2 — Her reputation had the patina of elegance.
A homonym is a word with the same spelling but a different meaning.
In the original sentence, 'patina' = a physical surface coating on metal (literal, oxidation-based).
In Option 2, 'patina' = a surface quality or impression of elegance (metaphorical meaning — the sheen or appearance of something). This is a different meaning of the same word.
Why the others are wrong:
Option 1 — 'A green patina from oxidation' uses the same literal meaning (metal coating).
Option 3 — 'A classic patina' on a copper roof is the same literal meaning.
Option 4 — 'Patina formed due to prolonged exposure' is again the literal metal coating mean
patina – questions
Has patina been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – patina has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CPO 2025 T-1.