Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Divulgence

Question

Question

This question was previously asked in

SSC GD Constable (2022) Official Paper (Held On : 13 Feb 2023 Shift 1)

Answer 1

The correct answer is "Repudiation".

Key Points

"Divulgence" is the act of making something publicly known; telling people something that was secret. (प्रकटीकरण)
- Example- The divulgence of his secret identity put him in danger.
"Repudiation" means the rejection of a proposal or idea. (अस्वीकार)
- Example- His repudiation of the claim shocked everyone.
Hence, the option that is opposite in meaning to the given word is "Repudiation".

Therefore, the correct answer is 'option 3'.

Additional Information

Let's have a look at the meanings of the remaining options.
"Revelation" denotes a surprising and previously unknown fact that has been disclosed to others. (प्रकटीकरण)
"Assertion" signifies a confident and forceful statement of fact or belief. (दावा)
"Confirmation" refers to the action of making sure or demonstrating that something is true or accurate. (पुष्टि)