Synonyms Online Test
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the word given below:
FERRET OUT
The word ‘ferret out’ means to ‘search about’ which is nearest in meaning to ‘search’.
USURP
The word ‘usurp’ means to seize and hold by force or without legal right which is nearest in meaning to ‘seize power or position illegally’.
TO BROWBEAT
The word ‘To Browbeat’ means to intimidate by overbearing looks or bully which is nearest in meaning ‘to bully’.
WRATH
‘Wrath’ is extreme anger.
ALLEVIATE
The word ‘Alleviate’ means to diminish or lessen which is nearest in meaning to ‘lessen’. The other three words: To release - to free from confinement; To deprive - to remove from the possession; To deceive - delude, to be unfaithful to.
ANIMATE
As an adjective, animate means to make something have more life and energy. ‘Energise’ is most similar in meaning to animate.
VICARIOUS
The word ’ vicarious’ means Endured or done by one person substituting for another which is nearest in meaning to the phrase ‘Not experienced personally’. The other three words: Ambitious - strongly desirous; Nostalgic - homesickness; Vindictive - vengeful.
PROBITY
The word ‘probity’ means integrity or uprightness. The other three words: Impudence - insolence; Profane - irreligious; Preface - an introductory past.
REDEEM
I have lost my reputation and nothing can redeem it. That is, much though I may try, no good action on my part can bring my lost reputation back. In other words, I cannot recover my reputation.
WEARY
‘WEARY’ means very tired, especially after you have been doing something for a long time. ‘Fatigue’ is excessive whole-body tiredness.
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