Looking to crack the SSC exam in 2025? Mastering English Synonyms is essential to scoring well in the language section. Especially if you are a student from a non-English medium, you may face difficulty in this section. So here is our attempt to make your Government job preparation journey easy with our English practice series.
But before that, let me make it clear that learning synonyms is not about memorising long lists. It’s about understanding the word and how it is used in real life, and in sentences. So we have explained some tips and tricks about this section, which you can read at the end of these practice questions.
Here’s a set of 20 SSC-level synonyms with explanations on how to use those words in a sentence. So that you can easily understand the meaning of the word.
SSC English Synonyms Practice
For each of the words given in the question, there is a word in the options that means exactly as the given word. So choose the one with the same meaning.
Obsolete
(A) New
(B) Active
(C) Outdated ✅
Explanation: He always suggests obsolete plans which will not work anymore.Reluctant
(A) Eager
(B) Hesitant ✅
(C) Honest
Explanation: She was reluctant to speak in front of a large audience.Abundant
(A) Rare
(B) Plentiful ✅
(C) Empty
Explanation: The forest is abundant in medicinal plants and herbs.Brief
(A) Short ✅
(B) Deep
(C) Boring
Explanation: He gave a brief speech at the award function.
Candid
(A) Fake
(B) Honest ✅
(C) Reserved
Explanation: She gave a candid opinion about the company’s new policy.Diligent
(A) Lazy
(B) Hardworking ✅
(C) Casual
Explanation: The diligent student completed all his assignments before the deadline.
Eliminate
(A) Remove ✅
(B) Add
(C) Confuse
Explanation: We must eliminate all errors before the final submission.Fragile
(A) Strong
(B) Tough
(C) Delicate ✅
Explanation: Be careful with that vase; it’s very fragile.Gracious
(A) Rude
(B) Kind ✅
(C) Loud
Explanation: The host was gracious enough to welcome everyone personally.Hinder
(A) Support
(B) Block ✅
(C) Encourage
Explanation: Poor network can hinder your online exam performance.Insolent
(A) Polite
(B) Rude ✅
(C) Gentle
Explanation: His insolent behavior was unacceptable in the meeting.
Jubilant
(A) Sad
(B) Excited ✅
(C) Scared
Explanation: The team was jubilant after winning the championship.Keen
(A) Uninterested
(B) Sharp ✅
(C) Careless
Explanation: She has a keen sense of observation.Legible
(A) Readable ✅
(B) Invisible
(C) Complex
Explanation: The handwriting was neat and legible.Mimic
(A) Imitate ✅
(B) Hide
(C) Forget
Explanation: He can mimic any actor perfectly for fun.
Negligent
(A) Careful
(B) Attentive
(C) Careless ✅
Explanation: The accident happened due to the driver’s negligent attitude.Optimistic
(A) Negative
(B) Hopeful ✅
(C) Doubtful
Explanation: Despite the delay, he remained optimistic about the results.Perplexed
(A) Confused ✅
(B) Clear
(C) Relaxed
Explanation: She looked perplexed by the tough question in the exam.
Quaint
(A) Modern
(B) Charming ✅
(C) Dirty
Explanation: The village had a quaint beauty with cobbled streets and vintage houses.
Reckless
(A) Careful
(B) Sensible
(C) Irresponsible ✅
Explanation: His reckless driving could have caused a major accident.
English Synonyms Tricks for SSC Exam For Beginners
🔹 Most synonym questions in SSC exams come from 10th–12th-grade level vocabulary. You don’t need to learn very tough or rare words. Focus on commonly used words that appear in newspapers or school textbooks.
🔹 Start with words that were asked in past SSC exams (CGL, CHSL, MTS). These words are often repeated in future exams. Download previous papers or topic-wise English question sets to identify high-frequency words.
🔹 Learn 5 new words every day. Don’t just read them, write them down, say them aloud, and use them in a sentence. This helps you remember better.
🔹 Use flashcards or apps (like Quizlet or mobile English vocabulary apps). These are useful for quick revision and practicing during short breaks.
🔹 Make your own vocabulary notebook. Divide it into sections: Synonyms, Antonyms, One Word Substitution, etc. Write the word, meaning in your language, one English sentence, and synonym.
🔹 Use Hindi or your native language to connect meanings. For example:
- Obsolete = पुराना / बेकार (Old or useless)
- Fragile = नाज़ुक (Delicate)
This makes learning easier and faster for non-English medium students.
🔹 Practice through small quizzes. Try 5-question sets daily with explanations. Focus on why the answer is correct.
🔹 Repeat and revise every weekend. Words will fade if not revised. Give yourself mini tests on Sundays.
🔹 Watch short English learning videos on YouTube made for SSC vocabulary. Hearing pronunciation helps in remembering better.
FAQs – SSC English Practice
Q: How many synonym questions come in SSC Tier 1?
A: Usually 2–3 synonym-based questions appear in each paper.
Q: Are SSC synonym questions repeated from previous years?
A: Yes, many synonyms are repeated with slight variation, especially in CGL and CHSL papers.
Q: What’s the best source to practice SSC synonyms?
A: Previous year papers, theme-based MCQ sets, and daily vocab quizzes are the most effective sources.
Q: What level of English vocabulary is asked in SSC exams?
A: The vocabulary level is generally moderate—10th to 12th-grade level words with practical usage.
Q: How should beginners start preparing for English synonyms?
A: Start with high-frequency words, use flashcards, and revise 10–15 words daily through examples.
