Asked in: SSC CPO 2022 T-1
tempting in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CPO 2022 T-1 Antonyms
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the capitalised word in the given sentence.
The lunch menu includes some TEMPTING vegetarian offerings.Answer & explanation
Answer: A) Repelling
Answer: 1
Solution (Correct Option – 1: Repelling):
The word “tempting” means attractive or appealing, especially in a way that provokes interest or desire (लुभावना, आकर्षक).
The opposite of that is “repelling”, which means causing dislike or pushing someone away (विकर्षित करने वाला, अप्रिय).
So, the correct antonym is repelling.
Why other options are incorrect:
Enticing – Means alluring or highly attractive (लुभावना), synonym, not antonym.
Tantalising – Means teasingly attractive or desirable (ललचाने वाला), also a synonym.
Seductive – Means sexually or emotionally tempting (आकर्षक, बहकाने वाला), again a synonym.
Difficult Word Meanings:
Repelling – Causing aversion or rejection (घृणाजनक, दू
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Has tempting been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – tempting has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CPO 2022 T-1.