Choose the option that can substitute the underlined segment correctly and complete the meaning of the sentence.

Bajrang is in extreme pain in his teeth.

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SSC CGL 2023 Tier-I Official Paper (Held On: 21 Jul 2023 Shift 1)

Answer 1

The correct answer is 'Agony'.

Key Points

The most appropriate word to substitute for "pain" in the sentence "Bajrang is in extreme pain in his teeth" would be: Agony
Explanation: While all the options convey a sense of discomfort or physical sensation, "agony" specifically emphasizes an intense and extreme level of pain. In the context of severe tooth pain, "agony" best expresses the level of discomfort Bajrang is experiencing.
- Example: "Bajrang is in extreme agony due to his toothache."

Correct Answer: Agony.

Additional Information

Let's look at the meaning of other words:
- Enjoy: be happy and elated. (खुश और उत्साहित रहो)
- Hurt: to cause somebody/yourself physical pain or injury. (अपने या किसी को तकलीफ़ देना या चोट पहुँचाना)
- Sting: to make somebody/something feel a sudden, sharp pain. (काटने का-सा एकाएक तीखा दर्द पैदा करना)