Frequently Asked Phrases in SSC Exams

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What is the meaning of the word 'Philanthropist'?

A place for keeping birds

A person who draws maps

A person who loves all mankind (correct)

A person who can endure pain

What is the one-word synonym for 'An inscription on a tombstone'?

Epitaph

The word 'Obsolete' refers to something that is currently in use.

False

Define 'Illegible'.

Handwriting which is difficult or impossible to read Signup and view all the answers

The term 'Inevitable' means something that cannot be avoided.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'Aviary'?

A place for keeping birds Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a 'Contemporary' individual?

Belonging to the same time Signup and view all the answers

Who is referred to as a 'Stoic'?

A person who can endure pain or hardship without showing feelings Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Atheist' mean?

One who doesn't believe in the existence of God Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Cartographer' refer to?

A person who draws or makes maps Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Claustrophobia'.

An extreme fear of being in a small confined place Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Omniscient' mean?

One who knows everything Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Panacea'?

A solution for all difficulties or diseases Signup and view all the answers

Who is a 'Polyglot'?

A person who knows and is able to use several languages Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Chronology' involve?

An arrangement of events or dates in the order of their occurrence Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Extempore' speech?

A speech or a presentation made without previous preparation Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Fastidious'.

One who is difficult to please Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Utopia'?

An imagined society where everything is perfect and everyone is happy Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Amateur' refer to?

One who plays for pleasure rather than as a profession Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Frequently Asked Phrases in SSC Exams

Philanthropist: A person who loves all mankind and gives money and help to those in need.
Epitaph: An inscription on a tombstone in the memory of the deceased.
Obsolete: Something no longer in use or outdated.
Illegible: Handwriting that is difficult or impossible to read.
Inevitable: Something that cannot be avoided and is certain to happen.
Aviary: A place for keeping birds in a confined space.
Contemporary: Belonging to the same time or a person living in the same age as another.
Stoic: A person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining.
Atheist: A person who doesn't believe in the existence of God.
Cartographer: A person who draws or makes maps.
Claustrophobia: An extreme fear of being in a small confined place.
Omniscient: Knowing everything, having unlimited knowledge.
Panacea: A solution for all difficulties or diseases; a remedy for all ills.
Polyglot: A person who knows and is able to use several languages.
Chronology: An arrangement of events or dates in the order of their occurrence.
Extempore: A speech or presentation made without previous preparation.
Fastidious: One who is difficult to please, picky and demanding.
Utopia: An imagined society where everything is perfect and everyone is happy; a place of ideal perfection.
Amateur: One who plays or participates in an activity for pleasure rather than as a profession; a person who is not well experienced or skilled.

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Test your knowledge of important phrases and vocabulary commonly found in SSC exams. This quiz covers definitions of terms that may appear in various contexts, helping you enhance your linguistic skills. Prepare effectively for your upcoming examination by familiarizing yourself with these key phrases.