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- Question 1 of 20
1. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the word given below:
PROCRASTINATE
Hint
The word ‘Procrastinate’ means delay; to put off till another day or time; which is nearest in meaning to ‘postpone’. The other three words: Intimidate – fill with fear; Humiliate – to cause a painful loss of pride; Predict – to foretell the future.
- Question 2 of 20
2. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the word given below:
ABOMINABLE
Hint
The word ‘abominable’ means repugnantly hateful; detestable; loathsome, which is nearest in meaning to ‘detestable’ which means hateful; deserving to the detested. The other three words: Original – new; fresh; Preferable – more desirable; Complimentary – given free as a gift or courtesy.
- Question 3 of 20
3. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the word given below:
RESCIND
Hint
The word ‘Rescind’ means to revoke, repeal, or cancel.
- Question 4 of 20
4. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the word given below:
COLLATERAL
Hint
The word ‘Collateral’ means security pledged for the payment of a loan which is nearest in meaning to ‘guarantee’. The other three words: Pathetic – causing or evoking pity; Tension – annoying, wearisome; Magnanimous – high-winded, noble.
- Question 5 of 20
5. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
He is good looking but INSIPID young man:
Hint
‘Insipid’ means ‘not interesting or exciting’ i.e., lacking in sprite.
- Question 6 of 20
6. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
He had INSIDIOUSLY wormed his way into her affections.
Hint
‘Insidious’ means spreading gradually or without being noticed but causing serious harm i.e., in a secret manner.
- Question 7 of 20
7. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
His boss’s criticism left him feeling rather ABASHED.
Hint
‘Abashed’ means embarrassed and ashamed because of something that you have done i.e., embarrassed.
- Question 8 of 20
8. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
The INEXORABLE demands of the workers brought the company to a closure.
Hint
‘Inexorable’ means that cannot be stopped or changed i.e., relentless.
- Question 9 of 20
9. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
The ACERBIC remarks of the manager were unwarranted.
Hint
‘Acerbic’ is used to describe something that is spoken or written in a way that is direct, clever, and cruel. ‘Bitter’ is the synonym of ‘Acerbic’.
- Question 10 of 20
10. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
We must prevent the PROLIFERATION of nuclear weapons.
Hint
‘Proliferation’ means the sudden increase in the number or amount of something i.e., increase.
- Question 11 of 20
11. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
The debate has INSTIGATED a full official enquiry into the incidence.
Hint
‘Instigate’ means to make something start or happen, usually something official i.e., incited.
- Question 12 of 20
12. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
The workers were full of APPLAUSE for the new policy of the management.
Hint
‘Applause’ means the noise made by a group of people clapping their hands and sometimes shouting to show their approval or enjoyment i.e., approval.
- Question 13 of 20
13. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
Her OSTENSIBLE calm masked a deep-seated fear.
Hint
‘Ostensible’ means seeming or stated to be real or true, when this is perhaps not the case i.e., apparent.
- Question 14 of 20
14. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
Rockey is an INVETERATE liar.
Hint
‘Inveterate’ means having a particular habit, activity, or interest that is long-established and unlikely to change.
- Question 15 of 20
15. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
He was not at all ABASHED by her open admiration.
Hint
The word ‘abashed’ means ‘ashamed or embarrassed; disconcerted’ which is nearest in meaning to ‘embarrassed’. The other three words: Delighted – highly pleased; Piqued – to wounded; Livid – enraged
- Question 16 of 20
16. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
Monica was amazed at how AFFABLE his new employer was.
Hint
The word ‘affable’ means showing warmth and friendliness; which is nearest in meaning to ‘polite’. The other three words: Demanding – calling for intensive attention; Repulsive – causing aversion; Quality – conscious-organised.
- Question 17 of 20
17. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
Since our plans are AMORPHOUS we shall send you the detailed programme at a later date.
Hint
The word ‘amorphous’ means lacking definite form or shape which is nearest in meaning to formless. The other three words: Impractical – not practical or useful; Prohibitive – sufficient to prevent the use of something; Inimical – unfriendly.
- Question 18 of 20
18. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
Hina’s ARDUOUS efforts had sapped her energy.
Hint
The word ‘arduous’ means demanding great effort or labour, which is nearest in meaning to ‘strenuous’ which means labourious, vigorous. The other three words: Over-ambitions – ambitious to an excessive degree; Sterile – barren; Apocryphal – of doubtful authorship.
- Question 19 of 20
19. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
The manager’s ARTICULATE presentation of the advertising campaign impressed his employers.
Hint
The word ‘articulate’ means expressed, formulated or presented with clarity; which is nearest in meaning to ‘well-prepared’. The other three words: Effective – adequate to accomplish a purpose; Superficial – internal or outward; Banal – commonplace’ tired or petty.
- Question 20 of 20
20. Question
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the capitalized word in the given sentence:
I do not wish to be BEHOLDEN to anyone in this office.
Hint
The word ‘beholden’ means obligated, indebted; bound; liable, which is nearest in meaning to ‘obligated’. The other three words: Dependent – contingent on another; Opposed – hinder, obstruct; Sycophant – self-seeking; servile flatter.