Meaning: better, more important or different from usual
Hindi: विशेष
Synonyms: unique, particular, distinctive, exceptional
Asked in: SSC MTS 2025
special in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC MTS 2025 Synonyms
Which of the following words is the closest synonym of the word "special"?
Answer & explanation
Answer: C) Unique
Correct Answer: Unique (Option 3)
'Special' means better, greater, or otherwise different from what is usual; distinctive or not ordinary. 'Unique' is its closest synonym, meaning being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else.
Why the other options are wrong:
Option 1 - 'Common' means occurring frequently or widely — the antonym of special.
Option 2 - 'Ordinary' means with no special or distinctive features — the antonym of special.
Option 4 - 'Usual' means habitually done, used, or found — the antonym of special.
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special – questions
What is the meaning of special in Hindi?
special means “विशेष” in Hindi. In English: better, more important or different from usual
What are the synonyms of special?
Synonyms of special: unique, particular, distinctive, exceptional.
What is the opposite of special?
Antonyms of special: ordinary, common.
Has special been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – special has been asked in SSC exams: SSC MTS 2025.