Synonyms Online Test
Select the nearest correct meaning or synonym of the word given below:
ATTACHMENT
‘Affinity’ is most similar in meaning to ‘ATTACHMENT’ which means a strong feeling that you like and understand somebody/something.
WEARY
‘WEARY’ means very tired, especially after you have been doing something for a long time. ‘Fatigue’ is excessive whole-body tiredness.
TEMERITY
The word ‘Temerity’ means ‘reckless boldness; rashness’ which is nearest in meaning to the word ‘Audacity’. The other three words: Innocence - simplicity; Tendency - an inclination to something; Tenderness - not hard or tough.
INNUENDO
‘Innuendo’ means an indirect way of talking about somebody/something, usually suggesting something bad or rude.
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.
‘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.
ENSCONCE
The word ‘Ensconce’ means ‘to settle securely or snugly’ which is nearest in meaning to ‘settle comfortably’. The other three words: To surround - encompass; To promote - to help or encourage; To honour - to pay respect.
CANARD
Canard means a false report or piece of news. Some more synonyms: Fib, Hoax, Swindle, Lie, Rumour, Spoof.
GULLIBLE
‘GULLIBLE’ means believing and trusting people too easily, and therefore easily tricked. ‘Credulous’ is - ready to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence.
DISCOMFIT
If you are discomfited by something, it causes you to feel slightly embarrassed or confused. In other words, it, frustrates you.
The INEXORABLE demands of the workers brought the company to a closure.
‘Inexorable’ means that cannot be stopped or changed i.e., relentless.
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