Synonyms Online Test
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the word given below:
ANIMATE
As an adjective, animate means to make something have more life and energy. ‘Energise’ is most similar in meaning to animate.
AUGURY
The word ‘Augury’ is a sign of what will happen in the future; an omen. The other three answer choices: Dispute - to engage in argument; Altar - a platform, at which religious rites are performed; Place of refuge - a place of shelter.
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.
‘Instigate’ means to make something start or happen, usually something official i.e., incited.
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.
His boss’s criticism left him feeling rather ABASHED.
‘Abashed’ means embarrassed and ashamed because of something that you have done i.e., embarrassed.
QUOTE
‘sight’ means scene, ‘sue’ means to file a Suit.
DELECTATION
The word ‘Delectation’ means ‘delight; enjoyment; pleasure’ which is nearest in meaning to ‘entertainment’. The other three words: Caution – care, wariness; Reward – something given in return of service; Composure – calmness.
We must prevent the PROLIFERATION of nuclear weapons.
‘Proliferation’ means the sudden increase in the number or amount of something i.e., increase.
LOQUACIOUS
‘Verbose’ means using or containing more words than are needed, ‘ambiguous’ means having more than one meaning.
MIRTH
The word ’ Mirth’ means ‘gaiety or Jollity’ which is nearest in meaning to ‘Merriment’. The other three words: Anger - a strong feeling of displeasure aroused by a wrong; Audacity - boldness or daring; Blunder - a gross, stupid or careless mistake.
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