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QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling: 

A.

Exantuated 

B.

Axantuated 

C.

Accenchuated 

D.

Accentuated 

EXPLANATION

To accentuate means to “make more noticeable and prominent” and its correct spelling is given in Option D. 


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling: 

A.

Cotioned 

B.

Cautioned 

C.

Causchuned 

D.

Coschuned 

EXPLANATION

The correct spelling is in option B Cautioned which means to be “warned/informed/made aware” about something.


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling: 

A.

Eccentric 

B.

Eckentric 

C.

Akcantric 

D.

Accentric 

EXPLANATION

Eccentric is the correct spelling for the word which refers to a person who is slightly unconventional and strange.


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling:  

A.

Defnite 

B.

Defanit 

C.

Dafanite 

D.

Definite 

EXPLANATION

Definite is the correct spelling which means “to be on point”.


QUESTION:

Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word:

Bewildered

A.

Confused

B.

Impressed

C.

Stunned

D.

Intrigued

EXPLANATION

Bewildered means perplexed and confused; very puzzled.


QUESTION:

Select the option which correctly represents the following word:

Who is

A.

Whos

B.

Whose

C.

Whos

D.

Whos

EXPLANATION

The contraction of who is is who’s.

The apostrophe is always placed where the letter has been removed. For example couldnt, dont, isnt, youre, shes, its- which is “it is.”


QUESTION:

Select the nearest correct meaning of the word: Unburdened.

A.

Hindered

B.

Extort

C.

Free

D.

Encumbered

EXPLANATION

Unburdened means to relieve (someone) of something that is causing them anxiety or distress.


QUESTION:

Select words that describe the word: Glared

A.

Frown or blaze

B.

Shine or sparkle 

C.

Grin or extinguish

D.

Frown or eliminate

EXPLANATION

A glare is a a fierce or angry stare.


QUESTION:

Select the word that describes block headed:

A.

Dunce

B.

Smart

C.

Wise

D.

Aglie

EXPLANATION

Dunce is a person who is slow at learning; a stupid person.


QUESTION:

Choose the nearest meaning to the following word:

Relinquish

A.

Use

B.

Surrender

C.

Increase

D.

Retain

EXPLANATION

Relinquish means to voluntarily cease to keep or claim; give up so surrender makes a suitable synonym.


QUESTION:

Choose the option with the nearest meaning to the following word:

Waft

A.

Wave

B.

Drift

C.

Stump

D.

Keep

EXPLANATION

For something to waft is for it to pass or cause to pass gently through the air.


QUESTION:

Juxtaposition

A.

Contrast

B.

Wit

C.

Image

D.

Freedom

EXPLANATION

Juxtaposition is the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with a contrasting effect. Thus, contrast is a suitable synonym.


QUESTION:

Sentiment

A.

Practical

B.

Emotion

C.

Dispassionate

D.

Realistic

EXPLANATION

Invent means to create something that did not exist before so it makes sense that the genius of mankind is being mentioned.


QUESTION:

Which words correctly describe the given word

glistening 

A.

sweating and shining 

B.

polishing and shining  

C.

reflecting or sparkling 

D.

sparkling or shining

EXPLANATION

Glistening means shining with a sparkling light. For example: The grass glistened in the early-morning dew. His eyes glistened with tears.


QUESTION:

Which words correctly describe the given word

coveted

A.

worn 

B.

greatly desired or envied

C.

eager 

D.

detested 

EXPLANATION

Some common synonyms of covet are crave, desire, want, and wish. While all these words mean to have a longing for, covet implies strong envious desire.


QUESTION:

Were leaving, are you ready? 

Not ____Give me 10 minutes. 

A.

for me 

B.

very much 

C.

very many 

D.

yet,

EXPLANATION

“yet” is placed at the end of a sentence to describe something that hasnt happened (being ready).


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary:

How we _____ to ageing is a choice we must make wisely.  

A.

Respond

B.

Absolve 

C.

Discharge 

D.

Overlook 

EXPLANATION

Respond is a verb that means to react.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary:

Saira speaks so fast that its ___ to understand her sometimes. 

A.

Easy

B.

Difficult

C.

Slow

D.

Wrong

EXPLANATION

Since Saira speaks quickly, it makes sense that it is difficult to understand her.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary:

Many of the citys narrow streets have been _______/

A.

Distinguished

B.

Widened 

C.

Rehabilitated

D.

Doubled 

EXPLANATION

The streets were narrow, therefore they are now widened.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary:

Ahmad is always _______ about showing up for work because he feels that tardiness is a sign of irresponsibility. 

A.

Tolerable

B.

Punctual

C.

Legible

D.

Delayed  

EXPLANATION

Punctual means doing something at the agreed or proper time therefore it would be accurate to describe Ahmad as punctual since he dislikes tardiness.


QUESTION:

His new appointment takes _____ from the beginning of next month.  

A.

Place

B.

Effect

C.

Post

D.

Part 

EXPLANATION

Takes Place is correct since we are referring to an appointment i.e. a job and for that takes place from the beginning of next month seems appropriate.


QUESTION:

Identify the word similar in meaning to: permissive

A.

Relaxed

B.

Lenient

C.

Ungrudging

D.

Immoral

EXPLANATION

Permissive is defined as allowing or characterized by great or excessive freedom of behaviour. Lenient is the accurate synonym.


QUESTION:

The elephant is _____ of the biggest land mammals.

A.

Amongst 

B.

Single

C.

Lone

D.

One

EXPLANATION

When one of a group is the subject in a sentence (e.g., one of the students), use a singular verb like is and has. This is because the subject of the sentence is one, not the plural word that follows.


QUESTION:

Should I wear my joggers or my _______? 

A.

Cardigan

B.

Shorts

C.

Scarves 

D.

Trainers

EXPLANATION

Since joggers were referred to earlier, it is made clear that footwear is being spoken about in the sentence, making trainers the appropriate choice.


QUESTION:

Juxtaposition:

A.

Contrast

B.

Wit

C.

Image

D.

Freedom

EXPLANATION

Juxtaposed is the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.


QUESTION:

My _____ says I still need glasses for my eyes. 

A.

Chemist

B.

Conductor 

C.

Keeper

D.

Optician

EXPLANATION

An optician deals with eyes therefore, it makes sense that he is giving the instructions to get glasses.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary. 

We are planning to get a big, ____ table for our dining-room  

A.

rough

B.

empty

C.

deep  

D.

round

EXPLANATION

Usually people have large, round tables to grandly dine on. Also round makes a better, more pleasant description of a table.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary. 

Rainfall in the desert is not only extremely low, but also extremely ____

A.

intense 

B.

erratic

C.

meagre

D.

undesirable 

EXPLANATION

Erratic means not regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable. Therefore it makes sense to describe rain as erratic, especially in the desert.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary.  

nemesis

A.

associate 

B.

antagonist 

C.

soul-mate

D.

ally 

EXPLANATION

Nemesis means an arch-enemy, thus antagonist is a suitable synonym.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary.   

quiver 

A.

tremble

B.

move

C.

tremendous

D.

pacify 

EXPLANATION

Quiver means slight trembling movement or sound, especially one caused by sudden strong emotion.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary.   

Apart from cows, buffaloes are also ____ for milk production.  

A.

reared

B.

grown

C.

developed 

D.

produced 

EXPLANATION

To rear something means to fully bring it up until it is grown, especially with cattle it means to raise an animal for a special purpose (like milk production).  


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary. 

rectify 

A.

correct

B.

preserve

C.

repeat 

D.

justify 

EXPLANATION

Rectify means to put something right so correct is an accurate synonym.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary.   

Prune

A.

lend

B.

reduce

C.

expand

D.

prolong 

EXPLANATION

Prune means to cut off and consequently reduce something.


QUESTION:

There are eleven players in a football _____.

A.

Game

B.

Pitch 

C.

Team

D.

Group

EXPLANATION

In sports like football, group of individuals play together towards a common goal and they are called a team.


QUESTION:

It is necessary to _______ standards are maintained.

A.

Control

B.

Influence 

C.

Ensure

D.

Insure

EXPLANATION

To ensure something means to make certain that (something) will occur or be the case. So if something is necessary (like in the sentence), it should be ensured.


QUESTION:

What does the following word mean?

Dunce 

A.

Block headed 

B.

Smart

C.

Wise

D.

Agile 

EXPLANATION

Dunce is used to describe a person who is slow at learning; a stupid person.


QUESTION:

Because of his _______ habits, he could not save much money.  

A.

Extravagant 

B.

Frugal

C.

Unsavoury

D.

Bad

EXPLANATION

An extravagant person is lacking restraint in spending money or using resources, consequently, he cannot save much money.


QUESTION:

Comprehend the following key vocabulary:

Keen

A.

Thin

B.

Sharp

C.

Broken 

D.

Fluffy  

EXPLANATION

A keen person means someone who is very interested, determined, or eager. Hence sharp is the most appropriate synonym for this question.


QUESTION:

In the following question, comprehend the key vocabulary:

The next-door neighbors dog is _________ loud. He constantly barks throughout the night. 

A.

Quite

B.

Quit

C.

Quiet

D.

Barely 

EXPLANATION

Quite implies the dog was really loud.

The word quite is used to refer to the utmost degree or completely. The word quiet means to make no or little noise, i.e. being noiseless and discreet.


QUESTION:

In the following question, comprehend the key vocabulary:

Im now going to give you 10 ____ tips for running a really successful website. 

A.

Invaluable

B.

Valueless

C.

Unworthy

D.

Unprofitable

EXPLANATION

Since these tips will help create a successful website, they are extremely helpful and thus important, making them invaluable.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary.

I cant display more books! There arent enough ___ to put them on.  

A.

leaves

B.

cases 

C.

places

D.

place

EXPLANATION

I cant display more books! There arent enough places to put them on.  


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary

secular 

A.

Non-religious

B.

Unpopular

C.

Special

D.

Notable 

EXPLANATION

Secular means not connected with religious or spiritual matters.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary.   

Tumultuous 

A.

Tranquil

B.

Frightened

C.

Turbulent

D.

Despairing 

EXPLANATION

Tumultuous means making an uproar or loud, confused noise so turbulent would make an appropriate synonym.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary.   

It needed the collective genius of mankind to ............ the wheel. 

A.

Discover

B.

Find

C.

Perform

D.

Invent

EXPLANATION

The wheel was created by mankind thus it can be said it was invented.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary

One bad exam result and all her dreams were _________. 

A.

Fled

B.

Shattered

C.

Fulfilled

D.

Floating

EXPLANATION

The cause (bad exam) implies consequence. Out of all the options presented, the word ‘shattered’ fulfills that role by definition.


QUESTION:

The ______ chosen for the construction of the building is in the heart of the city.

A.

Cite

B.

Slight

C.

Sight

D.

Site

EXPLANATION

The given statement explicitly states construction, and the definition of site is : “an area/ground where on which a monument is constructed”. Hence the correct answer is Option D.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary

Can you _____ the tea and Ill get the cake myself.

A.

Depart

B.

Disturb

C.

Pour 

D.

Feed

EXPLANATION

The word “pour” is commonly used to refer to the steady stream of a liquid, e.g Tea.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary:

How are you doing? Im _____ to meet you.

A.

Calm

B.

Lovely

C.

Pleased

D.

Helpful

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. Pleased refers to showing pleasure or satisfaction, especially during a greeting like the given statement.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary.

Beckoned

A.

Repelled

B.

Moving

C.

Summoned

D.

Summoner

EXPLANATION

To beckon or to summon both imply instructing someone to be present at a place or time.


QUESTION:

I love you. I cant ______ the thought of ever losing you.

A.

Bear

B.

Bare

C.

Support

D.

Think of

EXPLANATION

To bare the thought means to endure something you are thinking. 


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary

The weather is _____ today, unlike yesterday which was really rough and stormy.

A.

Dirty

B.

Sad

C.

Calm

D.

Lazy

EXPLANATION

Option C, “calm” is correct as its definition is opposite to “rough” and “stormy”.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary

She _____ the mug on the counter.

A.

Set

B.

Sit

C.

Seat

D.

Sat

EXPLANATION

To ‘set’ something is to physically put it in a certain condition or place. Hence, option A is the correct one. (“Sit” and “Sat” both refer to the position where a person’s torso is upright as they are seated).


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary

enchanted

A.

Displeased

B.

Amused

C.

Charmed

D.

Discouraged

EXPLANATION

Definition of “enchanted” and “charmed” involved being filled with pleasure or delight.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary

This medicine is ______ from plants.

A.

Deprived

B.

Derived

C.

Derisive

D.

Derivative

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. To derive something is to obtain it from a source, such as medicine from trees.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary

laud

A.

Criticise

B.

Lament

C.

Praise

D.

Oppose

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. Definitions of laud and praise both involve complimenting someone or something.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary

Jovial

A.

Merry

B.

Sad

C.

Sombre

D.

Laborious

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The definitions of ‘jovial’ and ‘merry’ both involve cheerfulness.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary.

Children must be taught to _________ between right and wrong.

A.

Compare

B.

Contrast

C.

Agree

D.

Differentiate

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. Differentiate means being able to tell the difference between two or more things. Hence, the correct option is D.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary.

It was a good piece of land. They got quite ____ by using it to cultivate the much-needed industrial plants.

A.

Tranquil

B.

peaceful

C.

Responsible

D.

Prosperous

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The meaning of prosperous involves reaping benefits.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary:

Aslam and his friends were making too much noise. Their father got really ______ at them.

A.

Afraid

B.

Angry

C.

Kind

D.

Strong

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary and interpretation of context. Correct option in terms of context of the given sentence is option B.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary:

binnial

A.

Plant that blooms twice a year

B.

Occuring twice a year

C.

Composed or created by two people

D.

Occuring once every two years

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. Meaning of “Biennial” is to occur once every two years.


QUESTION:

Complete the senetnce: My friends and I enjoy doing many of the same things. In that respect, we have a lot ___.  

A.

in similar

B.

in particular

C.

in common

D.

in comparison 

EXPLANATION

As the individuals enjoy many of the same, familiar things, they enjoy doing many ‘common’ things together and hence have a lot in common.


QUESTION:

Complete the sentence: When did you ___ smoking? I am really happy to see that. 

A.

cut off

B.

give up

C.

make up

D.

throw away 

EXPLANATION

Gives up means to stop making an effort. Cut off means to separate, make up means to compose, and throwaway means to dispose of. Smoking is a continuous habit that needs to be stopped by a person hence giving up is the most suitable word.


QUESTION:

Which of the following has a similar meaning as exude?  

A.

Ooze

B.

Exhaust

C.

Absorb

D.

Contain 

EXPLANATION

Exude means discharge or be discharged slowly and steadily. Ooze means to exude, leak out. Exhaust is to draw off or let out completely. Absorb means to take in. Contain is to in trap. As exude and ooze have the most similar meaning, ooze is correct.


QUESTION:

Excuse me, could you ___ me the way to the town hall? 

A.

Let

B.

Put

C.

Talk

D.

Tell

EXPLANATION

In this case, the individual is asking for the town hall directions, hence the other individual needs to guide and ‘Tell’ him the way in the form of one-way communication. 


QUESTION:

What is a synonym of the following word:

Evoke 

A.

Sell

B.

Calm

C.

Call

D.

Exaggerate 

EXPLANATION

Evoke means to bring, recall, or call. Sell means to give something in exchange for money. Call means to tell and announce. Exaggerate means to represent something as being better or worse than it really is. As “call” has the closest meaning to “evoke”, it is the correct answer.


QUESTION:

The Prime Minister is a very ___ man. Everyone follows his orders. 

A.

Powerful 

B.

Circular

C.

Direct

D.

Painful

EXPLANATION

In order for people to follow someones orders, they must be in a high position of authority, hence powerful, key people. 

“Circular” is not used to describe a persons characteristics. “Direct” in this case does not accurately describe the prime ministers authority and ”painful” is used to describe a sensation, not an individuals characteristics and personality.


QUESTION:

China is one of the most _________ countries in the world.  

A.

Popular

B.

Populous

C.

Populate

D.

Popularized

EXPLANATION

In order to describe a large population of people in a given area, “populous” is used. “Popular” means famous/ well-liked. “Populate” means to form/ fill in a place and “popularised” means to cause something to be liked.


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling of the word.

A.

Fual

B.

Fuel

C.

Fule

D.

Fuil

EXPLANATION

Other words are incorrect in terms of different meanings and spellings.


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling of the word. 

A.

Except

B.

Exept

C.

Axept

D.

Except 

EXPLANATION

Other words are incorrect in terms of different meanings and spellings.


QUESTION:

The two machines ______________ considerably. One has an electric motor, the other runs on oil. 

A.

Different

B.

Differentiate

C.

Differ

D.

Difference 

EXPLANATION

In this case, the two machines are being compared based on how different they are (on the premise of the way the two machines are run).

‘Different means to be distinct, separate, and in this context does not make grammatical sense hence is incorrect.

‘Differentiate means recognizing or ascertaining what makes (someone or something) different and in this context does not make grammatical sense hence is incorrect.

‘Differ means to be unlike or dissimilar and in this context makes grammatical sense hence is correct.

‘Difference means a point or way in which people or things are dissimilar and in this context does not make grammatical sense hence is incorrect.


QUESTION:

I have already got a ______ at a hotel in Murree. We shall have no problems. 

A.

Prescription

B.

Property

C.

Reserve 

D.

Reservation 

EXPLANATION

Prescriptions are associated with medications. Property means owning land/building, and in this case, it does not make sense.

 Reserve means to arrange for (a room, seat, ticket, etc.) to be kept for the use of a particular person, and reservation is the action of reserving something.

 In this context, reservation makes grammatical sense and is usually associated with hotels.


QUESTION:

Innumerable 

A.

Limited

B.

Weary

C.

Countless

D.

Harmless 

EXPLANATION

Innumerable means too many to be counted. Limited means restricted in size, amount, or extent.

 Weary means feeling or showing extreme tiredness. Countless means too many to be counted; very many. 

Harmless means are inoffensive. As innumerable have the closest meaning to countless (synonyms), it is the correct answer.


QUESTION:

If mountains are ________________ of trees, rains will soon wash the fertile topsoil down the slope to end as useless silt below. 

A.

Deforested

B.

Afforested

C.

Stripped

D.

 Shortage  

EXPLANATION

‘Stripped means to rip away and remove while ‘deforested means to cut down and ‘afforested means plant. ‘Shortage refers to a lack of a resource. In this case, stripped is used as it is referring to trees ripped away and not cut down.


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling of the word 

A.

Possesion

B.

Possession

C.

Posesion

D.

Possession 

EXPLANATION

Other words are incorrect in terms of different meanings and spellings.


QUESTION:

The plane ___ late because one of the passengers was sick.  

A.

Grew up  

B.

Blew up

C.

Went off  

D.

Took off

EXPLANATION

The word ‘took off is associated with the ascent of the airplane in the air. Grew up, blew up, and went off have different meanings which cannot be related to the motion of the plane.


QUESTION:

With this ___ I can get to the roof of the house. 

A.

Index

B.

Lager 

C.

Ladder

D.

Step

EXPLANATION

The definition of an index is (in a book or set of books) an alphabetical list of names, subjects, etc. with reference to the pages on which they are mentioned.

Lager means beer. A ladder is a piece of equipment used for climbing up or down something. The step is an elevation. In this case, ‘ladder’ is the most suitable means to go up the roof, hence is correct. 


QUESTION:

Choose the word that is a synonym of: Crammed.

A.

Stuffed

B.

Thronged

C.

Empty

D.

Unloaded

EXPLANATION

Crammed means completely fill to the point of overflowing. Stuffed means a space tightly filled with something. Thronged a large, densely packed crowd of people or animals. Empty means not filled or occupied. Unloaded means not filled or occupied. As crammed and stuff have the most similar meaning, it is the correct answer. 


QUESTION:

Complete the sentence: Your performance __________ our expectations. 

A.

except

B.

excelled

C.

exceeded

D.

expected 

EXPLANATION

Except means not including; other than. Excelled means being exceptionally good at or proficient in an activity or subject. Exceeded means to be better than; surpass. Expected means regarded as likely; anticipated. In this case, as the individuals were expecting a performance the most likely word should be exceeded as they were wowed by the subjects performance.


QUESTION:

 What is a synonym of Waft? 

A.

Wave

B.

Drift

C.

Stump

D.

Keep 

EXPLANATION

Waft means a gentle movement of air. Drift means to be carried slowly by a current of air or water. Stump means the bottom part of a tree left projecting from the ground after most of the trunk has fallen or been cut down. Keep means to have or retain possession of. As waft and drift have the closest definition, it is the correct answer.


QUESTION:

Complete the sentence: The doctors tried everything they could to ............ the patients blood pressure.  

A.

produce

B.

reduce

C.

clarify

D.

hasten 

EXPLANATION

Produce means to cause (a particular result or situation) to happen or exist. Reduce means to make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size. Clarify means to make (a statement or situation) less confused and more comprehensible. Hasten means to be quick to do something. Reduce is used in association to decrease something that is high (like blood pressure) hence is best fitted for this context.


QUESTION:

Let me _____ the candle from the cake. 

A.

Switch off

B.

Blow out

C.

Extinguish 

D.

Eliminate 

EXPLANATION

Switch-off means stopping the flow or operation of something by means of a tap, switch, or button. A candle does not operate via switch hence incorrect. 

Blow out means being extinguished by an air current. This is correct as candles are unlightened by the strong passage of air. 

Extinguish means putting an end to; destroying and, in this case, can be used in the context of a large flame, but not a candle. 

Eliminate means completely remove or get rid of (something) which is incorrect in this case.


QUESTION:

Father must _____ left his briefcase at the office. 

A.

Of

B.

Had

C.

Have

D.

Opt

EXPLANATION

Have is used to express possession, ownership, or acquisition which is required in this context hence correct. 

‘Of’ is used to show ownership or a distance from something or a result coming from something. As the sentence is not in a third person singular, ‘has’ is not used. ‘Are’ is used for plural nouns which is not the case in this sentence (Father is singular).

Have is used with the pronouns I, you, we, and they, while ‘has is used with he, she, and it. 

‘Opt’ is used to make a choice, especially of one thing or possibility instead of others. In this case, the briefcase is an essential item and is necessary.


QUESTION:

He is very _____, he believes everything.  

A.

Fallible

B.

Sensible

C.

Credible

D.

Gullible 

EXPLANATION

Fallible means capable of making mistakes or being wrong.

Sensible means have done or chosen in accordance with wisdom or prudence.

Credible means able to be believed; convincing.

Gullible means easily persuaded to believe something; credulous.
In this case, as the sentence mentions that he believes everything, the adjective closely associated with its meaning is gullible.


QUESTION:

He was dismissed from the service for his insistent _____. 

A.

Alertness

B.

Nobility

C.

Disobedience

D.

Alliance 

EXPLANATION

Alertness means the quality of being alert, vigilant.

Nobility means the quality of being noble in character, virtue. 

Disobedience means failure or refusal to obey rules or someone in authority.

Alliance means a relationship based on similarity of interests, nature, or qualities.
For one to be dismissed from a service negative characteristics are usually associated with the reason and behavior, hence disobedience is the most appropriate option.


QUESTION:

I cant think of a ______ example. 

A.

Correct

B.

Suitable 

C.

Answerable

D.

Needed 

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. Definition of “Suitable” involves something that fits a particular purpose.


QUESTION:

Affluent 

A.

careful

B.

Clever

C.

Wealthy

D.

Educated 

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The definition of affluent and wealthy both involve possessing large amounts of money.


QUESTION:

His bag was quite ___ so I easily carried it to his room.  

A.

Cheap 

B.

Heavy

C.

Light

D.

Short 

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. Light things are easier to carry, hence the correct option is C. Definition of light in the context of the question involves objects being easily carryable.


QUESTION:

Reluctant  

A.

Hesitant 

B.

Ready

C.

Eager

D.

Willing 

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The definitions of “reluctant” and “hesitant” both involve being unwilling or unsure.


QUESTION:

Relinquish 

A.

Use

B.

Surrender 

C.

Increase 

D.

Retain

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The definitions of “relinquish” and “surrender” both involve voluntarily giving something up.


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling of the word:

A.

Excellant

B.

Excalant

C.

Excelent

D.

Excellent 

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The correct spelling is Option D, “excellent”.


QUESTION:

Excuse me, could you _____ me the way to the town hall?

A.

Let

B.

Put

C.

Talk

D.

Tell

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The definition of ‘tell’ involves delivering information to someone.


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling of the word.

A.

Goas

B.

Gose

C.

Goes

D.

Gois 

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The correct spelling is option C, “goes”.


QUESTION:

The excuse he gave was extremely ____. 

A.

Delicate

B.

Flimsy

C.

Slight

D.

Thin 

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The definition of “flimsy” involves something being unsuitable or insubstantial.


QUESTION:

Asif tried to stop the car but the ____ did not work and he hit a pole.  

A.

Brakes 

B.

Cross roads

C.

Tires

D.

Controls

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. “Brakes” are the part of a vehicle that enables it to decelerate and stop.


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling of the word:

A.

Except 

B.

Excapt

C.

Excipt

D.

Ecsept 

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The correct spelling is option A, “except”.


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling of the word:

A.

Comitte

B.

Commite

C.

Committee

D.

Comittee  

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The correct spelling is option C, “committee”.


QUESTION:

Thank you. Youve been very ______ through this time.

A.

Ideal

B.

Cruel

C.

Kind

D.

Glad

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The definition of kind involves friendliness and generosity, as well as fits in the context of the sentence which is set by the words “Thank you” i.e. you would thank someone for their kind behavior.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary:

All the endangered animals were taken to the _________ to protect them from being hunted.

A.

Tent

B.

House

C.

Sanctuary

D.

Accommodation

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The definition of “sanctuary” involves a place of refuge from persecution.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary

You _______ to have good manners.

A.

Might

B.

Should

C.

Ought

D.

May

EXPLANATION

This question tests vocabulary. The definition of ought typically involves critiquing someone’s actions (as is the case in the given sentence).


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary:

Keen

A.

Thin

B.

Sharp

C.

Broken

D.

Fluffy

EXPLANATION

The word keen suggests something sharp or highly developed. Therefore, the correct option is B.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary:

The mechanic is working hard to _______ our car by this evening.

A.

Make

B.

Repair

C.

Renew

D.

Wander

EXPLANATION

The question asks for the best fitting word to complete the sentence. A mechanic works on cars to fix them. A synonym of fix is ‘repair’ and therefore, the answer is Option B.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary:

Is there anything _____ youd like to ask me about?

A.

Else

B.

More

C.

Extra

D.

Much

EXPLANATION

When someone is being asked questions and the subject matter is to be shifted, one can say they are moving on to something ‘else’. Therefore, Option A is correct.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary:

The _______ at the hospital told me not to worry about my arm anymore.

A.

Acountant

B.

Lodger

C.

Director

D.

Specialist

EXPLANATION

Accountants, lodgers, and directors do not evaluate patients at a hospital. Therefore, through the process of elimination, Option D is correct.


QUESTION:

Comprehend key vocabulary

The valley is known for its ________ growth of vegetation.

A.

Luxurious

B.

Luxury

C.

Luxuriant

D.

Luxuriously

EXPLANATION

Luxuriant is defined as referring to vegetation and its rich growth. Therefore, Option C is correct.


QUESTION:

The word “LABYRINTH” means: 

A.

Maze 

B.

Heap 

C.

Hive 

D.

Knack 

EXPLANATION

Labyrinth means a Puzzle or Maze.

Heap means to pile up something.

Hive is usually used for a swarm of bees.

Knack means having the skills for something.


QUESTION:

Find out the antonym of “Mumbled”:

A.

Unprovoked 

B.

Quiver 

C.

Loud 

D.

Rarely 

EXPLANATION

Mumbled means to say something silently; Loud is the direct opposite of it. 


QUESTION:

Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word:

CATACOMB:

A.

Aplomb

B.

Crypt

C.

Highway

D.

Hinterland

EXPLANATION

A catacomb is an underground cemetery/graveyard. Crypt is the most appropriate word to be used here as it refers to an underground room. 

Aplomb means self-confidence.

Hinterland refers to the remote areas of a country away from the coast or the banks of major rivers.


QUESTION:

Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word:

CHURN:

A.

Freeze

B.

Gum

C.

Overcast

D.

Froth

EXPLANATION

Churn means to mix something and turn it into a liquid form. Froth also means liquid bubbles hence we will go with Option D.

Overcast refers to a prediction of rain.


QUESTION:

Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word:

DERACINATE

A.

Inculcate

B.

Incarnate

C.

Pull up

D.

Send for

EXPLANATION

Deracinate refers to uprooting someone from a given location. This is a tough question, but when compared to the other options, Option C is the most appropriate answer.

Inculcate means to put an idea in someone.

Incarnate means to add something to a person’s property.


QUESTION:

Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word:

DISSONANCE

A.

Assonance

B.

Elegance

C.

Diffidence

D.

Conflict

EXPLANATION

Dissonance means a lack of agreement. Option D is the most appropriate answer as it also means the same.

Assonance is the resemblance of sound between syllables of nearby words.

Diffidence is being timid and shy.


QUESTION:

The word opposite in the meaning to path is:

A.

Blockage

B.

Aisle

C.

Lane

D.

Accidental

EXPLANATION

Path means track laid down for walking.

-Blockage means an obstruction which makes movement or flow difficult or impossible.

-Aisle means a passage between rows of seats.

-Lane means a narrow road.

-Accidental means happening by chance.

Hence blockage is the correct antonym.


QUESTION:

Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word:

FAWNING

A.

Toadying

B.

Yawning

C.

Assertive

D.

Obedient

EXPLANATION

Fawning refers to flattery and affection. Toadying means to flatters and gaining favours.


QUESTION:

Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word: GAUDY

A.

Bawdy

B.

Haughty

C.

Sober

D.

Garish

EXPLANATION

Gaudy means to show off. Garish is a very close synonym and refers to being showy and bright, and hence is the correct option here.

Haughty means to be arrogantly superior and disdainful.


QUESTION:

The word opposite in the meaning to presume is:

A.

Disbelieve 

B.

Pretend 

C.

Figure 

D.

Conjecture 

EXPLANATION

Presume means something is the case on the basis of probability.

-Disbelieve means to be unable to believe.

-Pretend means engaging in an imaginative game or fantasy.

-Figure means an amount of money.

-Conjecture means conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information.

Hence disbelieve is the correct antonym.


QUESTION:

Choose the word which is most opposite in meaning to the word EMBRACE:

A.

Disobey

B.

Contradict

C.

Reject

D.

Obscure

EXPLANATION

EMBRACE: accept (a belief, theory, or change) willingly and enthusiastically.

REJECT: dismiss as inadequate, unacceptable, or faulty.


QUESTION:

The word closest in the meaning to on the wrong foot is:

A.

Stumble 

B.

Humble 

C.

Dependable 

D.

Presentable 

EXPLANATION

Wrong foot means play so as to catch (an opponent) off balance.

-Stumble means trip or momentarily lose one’s balance.

-Humble means showing a modest or low estimate of one’s importance.

-Dependable means trustworthy and reliable.

-Presentable means clean.

Hence stumble is the correct synonym.


QUESTION:

The word opposite in the meaning to tumultuous is:

A.

Fierce 

B.

Hectic 

C.

Moderate 

D.

Raucous 

EXPLANATION

Tumultuous means making an uproar.

-Fierce means ferocious aggressiveness.

-Hectic means incessant.

-Moderate means quality.

-Raucous means making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise.

Hence moderate is the correct antonym.


QUESTION:

The word opposite in meaning to capacious is:

A.

Voluminous 

B.

Commodious 

C.

Large 

D.

Restricted 

EXPLANATION

-Capacious means large.

-Voluminous means big.

-Commodious means roomy.

-Restricted means limited

Hence, restricted is the closest antonym.


QUESTION:

The word closest in the meaning to potential is:

A.

Weakness 

B.

Ability 

C.

Impossible 

D.

Inability 

EXPLANATION

Potential means having capacity.

-Weakness means the condition of being weak.

-Ability means skills to do something.

-Impossible means not able to occur.

-Inability means the state of being unable to do something.

Hence ability is the correct synonym.


QUESTION:

The word closest in meaning to fringe is:

A.

Frontier 

B.

Centrum 

C.

Center 

D.

Interior 

EXPLANATION

-Fringe means edge or border.

-Frontier means border.

-Center means middle.

-Interior means inner.

-Centrum means interior.

Hence, frontier is the correct answer.


QUESTION:

The word opposite in meaning to drummed is:

A.

Throbbed 

B.

Pulsated 

C.

Permitted 

D.

Beaten 

EXPLANATION

Explanation:

-Drummed means kicked out or beaten.

-Throbbed means beat.

-Pulsated means beaten.

-Permitted means allowed.

Hence, permitted is the closest antonym.


QUESTION:

The word opposite in the meaning to zealous is:

A.

Dedicated 

B.

Fanatical 

C.

Apathetic 

D.

Rabid 

EXPLANATION

Zealous means showing zeal.

-Dedicated means devoted to a task or purpose.

-Fanatical means filled with excessive

-Apathetic means showing or feeling no interest.

-Rabid means fanatical support.

Hence, apathetic is the correct antonym.


QUESTION:

Select the word or phrase which is closest in meaning to the underlined words;

A narcissist is his own best friend.

A.

Religious person 

B.

Humble person 

C.

Prison inmate 

D.

Egocentric 

EXPLANATION

A narcissist is an overly selfish person.

A Humble person is the one who is very polite and helpful.

A Religious person is he who performs religious rituals and abstain from sins.

A Prison inmate is a criminal inside the jail.

An Egocentric person is he who is overly self centered.

Therefore, option D is the most appropriate.


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling: 

A.

Exantuated 

B.

Axantuated 

C.

Accenchuated 

D.

Accentuated 

EXPLANATION

To accentuate means to “make more noticeable and prominent” and its correct spelling is given in Option D. 


QUESTION:

The word opposite in the meaning to presume is:

A.

Disbelieve 

B.

Pretend 

C.

Figure 

D.

Conjecture 

EXPLANATION

Presume means something is the case on the basis of probability.

-Disbelieve means to be unable to believe.

-Pretend means engaging in an imaginative game or fantasy.

-Figure means an amount of money.

-Conjecture means conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information.

Hence disbelieve is the correct antonym.


QUESTION:

Choose the word which is most opposite in meaning to the word EMBRACE:

A.

Disobey

B.

Contradict

C.

Reject

D.

Obscure

EXPLANATION

EMBRACE: accept (a belief, theory, or change) willingly and enthusiastically.

REJECT: dismiss as inadequate, unacceptable, or faulty.


QUESTION:

The word closest in the meaning to on the wrong foot is:

A.

Stumble 

B.

Humble 

C.

Dependable 

D.

Presentable 

EXPLANATION

Wrong foot means play so as to catch (an opponent) off balance.

-Stumble means trip or momentarily lose one’s balance.

-Humble means showing a modest or low estimate of one’s importance.

-Dependable means trustworthy and reliable.

-Presentable means clean.

Hence stumble is the correct synonym.


QUESTION:

The word opposite in the meaning to tumultuous is:

A.

Fierce 

B.

Hectic 

C.

Moderate 

D.

Raucous 

EXPLANATION

Tumultuous means making an uproar.

-Fierce means ferocious aggressiveness.

-Hectic means incessant.

-Moderate means quality.

-Raucous means making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise.

Hence moderate is the correct antonym.


QUESTION:

The word opposite in meaning to capacious is:

A.

Voluminous 

B.

Commodious 

C.

Large 

D.

Restricted 

EXPLANATION

-Capacious means large.

-Voluminous means big.

-Commodious means roomy.

-Restricted means limited

Hence, restricted is the closest antonym.


QUESTION:

The word closest in the meaning to potential is:

A.

Weakness 

B.

Ability 

C.

Impossible 

D.

Inability 

EXPLANATION

Potential means having capacity.

-Weakness means the condition of being weak.

-Ability means skills to do something.

-Impossible means not able to occur.

-Inability means the state of being unable to do something.

Hence ability is the correct synonym.


QUESTION:

The word closest in meaning to fringe is:

A.

Frontier 

B.

Centrum 

C.

Center 

D.

Interior 

EXPLANATION

-Fringe means edge or border.

-Frontier means border.

-Center means middle.

-Interior means inner.

-Centrum means interior.

Hence, frontier is the correct answer.


QUESTION:

The word opposite in meaning to drummed is:

A.

Throbbed 

B.

Pulsated 

C.

Permitted 

D.

Beaten 

EXPLANATION

Explanation:

-Drummed means kicked out or beaten.

-Throbbed means beat.

-Pulsated means beaten.

-Permitted means allowed.

Hence, permitted is the closest antonym.


QUESTION:

The word opposite in the meaning to zealous is:

A.

Dedicated 

B.

Fanatical 

C.

Apathetic 

D.

Rabid 

EXPLANATION

Zealous means showing zeal.

-Dedicated means devoted to a task or purpose.

-Fanatical means filled with excessive

-Apathetic means showing or feeling no interest.

-Rabid means fanatical support.

Hence, apathetic is the correct antonym.


QUESTION:

Select the word or phrase which is closest in meaning to the underlined words;

A narcissist is his own best friend.

A.

Religious person 

B.

Humble person 

C.

Prison inmate 

D.

Egocentric 

EXPLANATION

A narcissist is an overly selfish person.

A Humble person is the one who is very polite and helpful.

A Religious person is he who performs religious rituals and abstain from sins.

A Prison inmate is a criminal inside the jail.

An Egocentric person is he who is overly self centered.

Therefore, option D is the most appropriate.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word.

BOWDLERIZE:

A.

Mesmerize

B.

Cynosure

C.

Censure

D.

Censor

EXPLANATION

The definition of bowdlerize is ‘remove material that is considered improper or offensive from (a text or account), especially with the result that the text becomes weaker or less effective.’

Option A means to completely capture the attention of something, or bedazzling or enchanting someone.

Option B describes a person or a thing who is the center of attention.

Option C is a form of harsh criticism of something.

Option D describes removing or deleting parts of text/any form of media, hence its meaning closely resembles that of bowdlerize.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word.

BRASSY:

A.

Tasteful

B.

Brainy

C.

Modesty

D.

Gaudy

EXPLANATION

Brassy: ‘Tastelessly showy or or loud in appearance or manner’

Option A is the opposite of brassy, as it describes refined, appropriate behaviour.

Option B describes intelligence.

Option C describes one being humble or moderate when it comes to displaying ones abilities or traits.

Option D describes being very bright, showy and tasteless in appearance in manner or appearance, so it is closest in meaning to brassy.


QUESTION:

Four alternative meanings of a word are given in the following sentences. Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word.

DEMURE

A.

Retiring

B.

Contradict

C.

Allure

D.

Murmuring

EXPLANATION

Demure refers to one being reserved, modest, and shy. Murmuring will be a synonym over here as it refers to speaking slowly.


QUESTION:

Four alternative meanings of a word are given in the following sentences. Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word.

DISDAIN:

A.

Condescension

B.

Mundane

C.

Adore

D.

Decorum

EXPLANATION

Disdain refers to one not appreciating something. The closest word to this is condescension which means dealing with something strictly.


QUESTION:

Choose the right option to complete the following sentences.

Our reunion was completely ______; who’d have guessed we could have booked the same flight.

A.

Illogical

B.

Expected

C.

Fortuitous

D.

Abandoned

EXPLANATION

Fortuitous refers to something happening by chance. This is the best word which fits in here well.


QUESTION:

Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word:

FACET

A.

Superficial

B.

Aspect

C.

Superb

D.

Beautiful

EXPLANATION

Facet refers to one side of something many-sided, hence aspect will be the best choice here as it refers to one opinion/narrative of something.


QUESTION:

Select the nearest correct meaning of the given word:

FROWSY

A.

Disheveled

B.

Arranged

C.

Drowsy

D.

Bluish

EXPLANATION

Froway refers to a state of messiness and neglect in appearance.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the given word: REAL

A.

Copied

B.

Idea

C.

Original

D.

Given

EXPLANATION

Real refers to something being authentic and genuine. Original will be the best word to choose here.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the given word:

ABSOLUTE:

A.

Division

B.

Complete

C.

Small

D.

Half

EXPLANATION

Absolute refers to totality and not mixed with something.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the given word: UNFOLD

A.

Conceal

B.

Withhold

C.

Maintain

D.

Elaborate

EXPLANATION

Unfold refers to opening up, and telling about something. Elaborate is the best word to use here, as as it means to tell something in detail.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the given word:

COMMENCE:

A.

To end

B.

To begin

C.

Nearing finish

D.

To run

EXPLANATION

Commence refers to starting and beginning something.


QUESTION:

Choose the word nearly opposite in meaning to the given word:

ANXIETY:

A.

Problem

B.

Worry

C.

Relaxed

D.

Nervous

EXPLANATION

Anxiety refers to being worried and nervous about something. Relaxed will be the best word here as it means to be calm about something.


QUESTION:

Choose the word nearly opposite in meaning to the given word:

FORTH:

A.

Back

B.

Out

C.

Into view

D.

Onward

EXPLANATION

Forth means to move on with something. The opposite of this will be back. You can remember this as back and forth are famously used together.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.

AGHAST

A.

Critical

B.

Reluctant

C.

Happy

D.

Horrified

EXPLANATION

AGHAST implies to be “filled with horror or shock”


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.

INVIDIOUS:

A.

Unbreakable

B.

Interesting

C.

Unpleasant

D.

Fair

EXPLANATION

Something that is likely to arouse or incur resentment or anger in others.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.

IMPROMPTU:

A.

Arriving at the right time

B.

Showing signs of being good

C.

Done without preparation

D.

Wretched

EXPLANATION

IMPROMPTU means to do something without practicing it hence C. 


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.

DISCERNMENT:

A.

A system of controlling a country

B.

The ability to show good judgment

C.

The act of encouraging somebody

D.

The ability of show no concern

EXPLANATION

Discernment means the ability to judge something very well.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.

FURTIVE:

A.

Furious

B.

Familiar

C.

Secretive

D.

Easy

EXPLANATION

Furtive means “attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble; secretive.”


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.

BOURGEOIS:

A.

Belonging to the bureaucratic class

B.

Belonging to the middle class

C.

Belonging to the upper class

D.

Belonging to the lower class

EXPLANATION

BOURGEOIS means belonging to or characteristic of the middle class, typically with reference to its perceived materialistic values or conventional attitudes.

Bourgeois is often mistakenly used to refer to people of considerable wealth or status, possibly because the French pronunciation causes us to associate it with opulence, yet the word is of decidedly middle-class origins.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.

RUMINATE:

A.

Eat greedily

B.

Think carefully

C.

Work lazily

D.

Run fast

EXPLANATION

RUMINATE means to “think deeply about something.”:


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.

EMBELLISH:

A.

Adorn

B.

Nominate

C.

Finish

D.

Weaken

EXPLANATION

Embellish means to decorate/to adorn something to make it more attractive.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given.

 PARABLE:

A.

Impossible

B.

Sociable

C.

Allegory

D.

Suitable

EXPLANATION

Parable and Allegory both mean a story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. Select the nearest correct meaning of the word given. 

NEOLOGISM

A.

A new word

B.

Pleasant remark

C.

Brief summary

D.

Archaic expression

EXPLANATION

NEOLOGISM means a newly coined word or expression. 


QUESTION:

Voracious means ______.

A.

Excitable

B.

Honest

C.

Greedy

D.

Circular

EXPLANATION

Voracious refers to having a huge appetite and wanting a lot of things, which closely matches greedy.

Being excitable means responding too readily to something new or stimulating.

An honest person would be truthful and sincere.


QUESTION:

His credulous nature often landed him in trouble.

What does credulous mean over here?

A.

Dreamy

B.

Naughty

C.

Innocent

D.

Willing to believe easily

EXPLANATION

Credulous means being very naive, gullible, and innocent hence this leads to being fooled very easily.


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters:

ABANDON

A.

Leave

B.

Stop

C.

End

D.

Throw

E.

Continue

EXPLANATION

Abandon refers to leaving, stopping, and ending something in the middle. The direct opposite of this will be: continue which refers to carrying on with something.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one:

AVOID

A.

Reduce

B.

Insist

C.

Compel

D.

Ignore

E.

Get

EXPLANATION

Avoid refers to trying to stay away from something. Ignore also has the same meaning which refers to neglecting and not giving attention to something.


QUESTION:

DISSENSION has the same meaning as

A.

Discord

B.

Analysis

C.

Swelling

D.

Injury

EXPLANATION

Dissension refers to a disagreement that leads to an argument between people. A synonym for discord is disagreement, hence Option A is the correct option here.

Analysis refers to a detailed examination of the elements in something.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one:

REWARD

A.

Penalty

B.

Prize

C.

Sentence

D.

Fine

E.

Punishment

EXPLANATION

Reward refers to an award, prize, or a gift. Penalty, fine, punishment, and sentence all mean the same thing.


QUESTION:

The word closest in meaning to bewilderment is:

A.

Surety

B.

Bedazzled

C.

Confident

D.

Epiphany

EXPLANATION

Bewilderment means puzzled or confused.

Bedazzled means confused.

Epiphany means eye opener.

Hence, bedazzled is the correct answer.


QUESTION:

Select the word or phrase which is closest in meaning to the underlined words.

Due to his continuous mischievous activities, he has become a rogue person.

A.

Thief

B.

Honest

C.

Dishonest

D.

Sharp

EXPLANATION

Rogue is a person who is dishonest and unreliable.

Thief is a person who steals from other people.

Honest is the one who is not disposed to cheat.

Dishonest is the one who is a fraud and unreliable.

Sharp is the one who is smart and clever.

So, dishonest is the suitable answer.


QUESTION:

Eyrie: Eagle (analogy)

A.

Venom : rattle snake 

B.

Viper: reptiles 

C.

Hawk : falcon 

D.

Lair: wolf 

EXPLANATION

An Eagle lives in an eyrie whereas a wolf lives in a lair. 


QUESTION:

Altimeter: height (analogy) 

A.

Speedometer: speed 

B.

Racetrack : furlong 

C.

Observatory :constellation 

D.

Vessel: knots 

EXPLANATION

An altimeter is an instrument used to measure hight whereas speedometer is used to measure speed. 


QUESTION:

Slipshod: organization (analogy): 

A.

Clever: shroud 

B.

Cringing: obsequious 

C.

Prodigal: generosity 

D.

Phlegmatic : emotion 

EXPLANATION

Slipshod is the lack of organization whereas phlegmatic is lack of emotional control. 


QUESTION:

Synonym of Rookie will be:

A.

An old man 

B.

A new recruit 

C.

A fighter 

D.

A wrestler 

EXPLANATION

Use the image below to help recall: 


QUESTION:

Synonym of Catharsis will be:

A.

Sudden 

B.

Outlet for strong emotions 

C.

Anti-climax 

D.

Informal discussion 

EXPLANATION

Use the image below to memorize: 


QUESTION:

Antonym of Adapt will be:

A.

Approve 

B.

Applaud 

C.

Shed 

D.

Reject 

EXPLANATION

Think of it this way. Adapt is to accept a change. Reject is to deny it altogether. 


QUESTION:

Antonym of Atheist will be:

A.

Hypnotic 

B.

Bane 

C.

Believer 

D.

Theorist 

EXPLANATION

This is a simple textbook definition. 


QUESTION:

Antonym of Generous will be:

A.

Cruel 

B.

Noble 

C.

Selfish 

D.

Lavish 

EXPLANATION

Generous refers to a readiness to give whereas a selfish person keeps everything for himself.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.

DEMONSTRATE:

A.

Establish

B.

Invent

C.

Produce

D.

Show

EXPLANATION

Demonstrate refers to displaying something. Option D is the best choice here which is a synonym of the word display.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.
FLEE

A.

Escape

B.

Face

C.

Fear

D.

Flow

EXPLANATION

Flee means to run away from something, usually a duel or battle. Escape is the only option which fits description well.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.

UNAMBIGUOUS:

A.

Exact

B.

Clear

C.

Interesting

D.

Sufficient

EXPLANATION

Ambiguity refers to something being not clear and easily understood. Since the word here is Unambiguous, the word clear is the closest in meaning to it.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.

LEGEND:

A.

 History

B.

Outburst

C.

Place

D.

Story

EXPLANATION

Legend refers to a traditional story and a tale about something. Hence, Option D is correct.


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

BRILLIANT

A.

Adequate

B.

Dull

C.

Troubled 

D.

Unprejudiced

EXPLANATION

Brilliant refers to something being extraordinary and very bright. Dull is the best antonym for bright


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

ENFEEBLED:

A.

Distanced

B.

Dominant

C.

Mistaken

D.

Powerful

EXPLANATION

Feeble means something lacking physical strength and being weak. 


QUESTION:

 Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

UNLIKELY:

A.

Familiar 

B.

Possible 

C.

Powerful 

D.

Take for granted 

EXPLANATION

Unlikely refers to something that has low chances of occurring with a low probability.

Possible is the direct opposite of it which means something is very likely to occur.


QUESTION:

 Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

INVADERS:

A.

Characteristics 

B.

Historians 

C.

Inhabitants 

D.

Results 

EXPLANATION

Invaders refer to people who attack any area and then become new settlers. Inhabitants refer to the people who had been living in the area before.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.

SHABBY: 

A.

Organized

B.

Untidy

C.

Reluctant

D.

Sensible

EXPLANATION

Shabby implies disorientation/ out of orderliness of any particular thing. This word is most similar to untidy


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.

FORBID: 

A.

Prohibit

B.

Chide

C.

Permit

D.

Constraint

EXPLANATION

To forbid implies to stop someone from doing something which has the most similar meaning to prohibit.


QUESTION:

Television is typical of many new scientific words which are deliberately invented from old Greek and Latin words. In this case, the prefix ‘tele’ is Greek and means ‘far’ (of telephone, telegram), while the root ‘vision’ is derived from the Latin verb meaning ‘to see’.

 The word “Television” is invented from: 

A.

English and Spanish

B.

French and Arabic

C.

Dutch and German

D.

Greek and Latin

EXPLANATION

It can be directly inferred from the passage that television is invented from old Greek and Latin words. This is clearly mentioned in Lines 1 and 2.


QUESTION:

Television is typical of many new scientific words which are deliberately invented from old Greek and Latin words. In this case, the prefix ‘tele’ is Greek and means ‘far’ (of telephone, telegram), while the root ‘vision’ is derived from the Latin verb meaning ‘to see’. 

Which of the following gives the meaning of the prefix tele?

A.

Near

B.

Close

C.

Far

D.

Away

EXPLANATION

It can be directly inferred from the passage (from Lines 2) that tele means far.


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters: 

SUPREMACY

A.

Excellency 

B.

Sovereignty 

C.

Inferiority 

D.

Influence 

EXPLANATION

Supremacy means the superiority of something over the other. It is a relative term. The opposite of which is also a relative term implying more downgrade of something over the other i.e. inferiority.


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters:

PATRIOTISM

A.

Nationalism

B.

Socialism

C.

Obsession

D.

Disloyalty

EXPLANATION

Being patriotic means having intense devotion and love for ones country. Disloyalty or betrayal is the antonym of it.


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters. 

MANDATORY:

A.

dispassionate 

B.

obligatory 

C.

voluntary 

D.

confirmed 

E.

unhappy 

EXPLANATION

Mandatory means something that is compulsory/obligatory to do. The opposite of which will be voluntary, which implies an element of intent in doing work.  


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

HONESTY: 

A.

clever 

B.

dishonesty 

C.

resolution 

D.

failure 

EXPLANATION

The answer to this question is very straightforward, the opposite of honesty is dishonesty. 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized word: 

PROVOKE: 

A.

deface 

B.

lionize 

C.

remove 

D.

punish 

E.

aggravate 

EXPLANATION

To provoke something means to trigger something, the closest word to which will be “aggravate.” 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized word:

THREATENING:

A.

flighty 

B.

aggressive 

C.

chaste 

D.

hallowed 

E.

global 

EXPLANATION

Being threatening means to be very intimidating and horrifying. The closest word from above will be “aggressive”. 


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters. 

MANDATORY:

A.

dispassionate 

B.

obligatory 

C.

voluntary 

D.

confirmed 

E.

unhappy 

EXPLANATION

Mandatory means something that is compulsory/obligatory to do. The opposite of which will be voluntary, which implies an element of intent in doing work.  


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

HONESTY: 

A.

clever 

B.

dishonesty 

C.

resolution 

D.

failure 

EXPLANATION

The answer to this question is very straightforward, the opposite of honesty is dishonesty. 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized word: 

PROVOKE: 

A.

deface 

B.

lionize 

C.

remove 

D.

punish 

E.

aggravate 

EXPLANATION

To provoke something means to trigger something, the closest word to which will be “aggravate.” 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized word:

THREATENING:

A.

flighty 

B.

aggressive 

C.

chaste 

D.

hallowed 

E.

global 

EXPLANATION

Being threatening means to be very intimidating and horrifying. The closest word from above will be “aggressive”. 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one. 

PREVENT:

A.

stop 

B.

permit 

C.

verify 

D.

Confirm 

EXPLANATION

The closest word to PREVENT is to “STOP” 

“Permit” is the opposite, it means to allow. Verify means to endorse something, confirm also means to endorse something. 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.

WICKED:

A.

good  

B.

evil  

C.

excellent  

D.

luxury 

EXPLANATION

WICKED means something evil or really bad. 

Other words(good, excellent, and luxury) are exact opposites. 


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

GLOOMY:

A.

Dark 

B.

Bright 

C.

Unexciting 

D.

faint 

EXPLANATION

Gloomy means darkness so the best opposite to darkness will be “brightness”. 


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

DEMONSTRATE:

A.

show  

B.

display  

C.

conceal  

D.

Expose 

EXPLANATION

To demonstrate something means to show something or to display something. Opposite of which is to hide something or another word for which is to conceal something. 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.
AMUSED 

A.

Annoyed 

B.

Pleased 

C.

Upset 

D.

Irritated 

EXPLANATION

Amused refers to being entertained and happy with something. All options except Option B are antonyms of “Amused.” 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one. 

ABRUPT 

A.

Gradual 

B.

Stable 

C.

Measured 

D.

Sudden 

E.

Ongoing 

EXPLANATION

Abrupt refers to something stopping immediately without any warning. Hence Option D is the correct answer which is the synonym of abrupt. 


QUESTION:

Choose the word nearly opposite in meaning to the capitalized one. 

MEND 

A.

Repair 

B.

Fix 

C.

Break 

D.

Sew 

EXPLANATION

Mend refers to fixing something. Breaking is the direct opposite of fix and repair. Sewing refers to use thread and cloth to fix any tear. 


QUESTION:

Choose the word nearly opposite in meaning to the capitalized one. 

MUFFLED 

A.

Loud 

B.

Quiet 

C.

Soft 

D.

Noiseless 

E.

mute 

EXPLANATION

Muffled refers to trying to be quiet and low in volume. Hence loud is the opposite of muffled. 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one. 

RELIEVED: 

A.

Worried 

B.

Anxious 

C.

Relaxed 

D.

Alarmed 

EXPLANATION

Relieved is most related to the word “RELAXED”.Both of these words indicate a sense of comfort and ease. On the other hand, worry and anxiety imply feelings of nervousness and impending doom. Alarmed means the feeling of being “shocked”.All these three do not fit in here. 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one. 

BRUTAL: 

A.

Kind 

B.

Cruel 

C.

Polished 

D.

Smooth 

E.

Tender 

EXPLANATION

BRUTAL implies harshness and violence. The closest word in the list above in ‘CRUEL” as cruel also means almost the same. Kind means to be generous/helpful. Polished means being skillful or shiny. Smooth is an antonym/opposite of rough. Being tender means to be gentle and kind. All of these are not close to the word brutal. 


QUESTION:

Choose the word or phrase most nearly opposite in meaning to the capitalized one. 

CONVICT:

A.

Prisoner 

B.

Crook 

C.

Acquit 

D.

Hire 

E.

Stretch 

EXPLANATION

Convict means to declare someone as a criminal. 

Acquit is the exact opposite of convicted,i.e it frees someone from charge. 


QUESTION:

Choose the word or phrase most nearly opposite in meaning to the capitalized one.
AMUSED: 

A.

Smiling 

B.

Pleased  

C.

Annoyed 

D.

Delighted 

EXPLANATION

AMUSED means to be “happy” 

Annoyed is the closest opposite of amused i.e to be slightly bothered. 


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters:

DISTRESS:

A.

Suffering

B.

Lash out

C.

Noisy

D.

Upset

E.

Happiness

EXPLANATION

Being in “distress” means being “uncomfortable/disturbed/unhappy”.The perfect opposite of it will be happy as mentioned in option E.
 


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters:

SWIFT:

A.

slow

B.

fast

C.

brief

D.

at once

E.

harden

EXPLANATION

Swift means “to happen quickly/fast”.The best opposite of which will be slow.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one:

MEDITATIVE:

A.

Selfish

B.

Thoughtful

C.

Heedless

D.

Opinion

E.

Ordinary

EXPLANATION

Meditative implies something to someone who is very cognitive(thinks a lot). Most similar to this word will be “thoughtful”


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one:

AMAZEMENT:

A.

surprise

B.

appreciation

C.

criticism

D.

praise

E.

objection

EXPLANATION

Amazement implies something that has an element of shock or astonishment. The word “surprise” best fits here.


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.
GRIEVE

A.

Disturb

B.

Hurt

C.

Dirge

D.

Feel sad

E.

Rejoice

EXPLANATION

To grieve means to be “saddened” or “depressed”.

The opposite of this would be “rejoice”.


QUESTION:

 Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

BLAZE

A.

Quench

B.

Burn

C.

Rage

D.

Shine

E.

Flame

EXPLANATION

A very large or fiercely burning fire is called BLAZE.

Quench means to “extinguish”,which is the opposite.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized ones.

GENTLE:

A.

Rough

B.

Expert

C.

Heartless

D.

Calm

E.

Wicked

EXPLANATION

The word most similar’ to the word ‘GENTLE’ is ‘CALM’ both refer to the relaxed/smooth state


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized ones.

SQUASH:

A.

Squeeze

B.

Beat

C.

Evolution

D.

Pace

E.

Rapidity

EXPLANATION

‘SQUASH’ means to “crush or squeeze (something) with force so that it becomes flat, soft, or out of shape.”


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.

FREIGHT: 

A.

Worries

B.

Luggage

C.

Instruments

D.

Foolish

E.

Uneasy

EXPLANATION

The goods transported in bulk by truck, train, ship, or aircraft are called freight. The closest to this is luggage. 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one.

HARDSHIP:

A.

Wealth

B.

Blessings

C.

Gift

D.

Suffering

E.

Objections

EXPLANATION

Hardship is a feeling of extreme privation and suffering. 


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

NEGLIGIBLE: 

A.

Significant

B.

Untamed

C.

Tiny

D.

Casual

E.

Minute

EXPLANATION

Negligible means something which is ignorable, minute. The opposite of which will be significant.


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

ELEGANT: 

A.

Graceful

B.

Unattractive

C.

Neat

D.

Appeasing

E.

Enchanting

EXPLANATION

Elegant means something which is very attractive and appalling. The best opposite of this word will be unattractive. 


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

ASSERTION
 

A.

statement

B.

denial

C.

claim

D.

unrest

E.

tiring

EXPLANATION

ASSERTION means:

“a confident and forceful statement of fact or belief.”

The best opposite of this will be denial.
 


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.

OBSTINATE:
 

A.

persistent

B.

constant

C.

daring

D.

courageous

E.

flexible

EXPLANATION

OBSTINATE means:

“stubbornly refusing to change ones opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so.”

The best opposite of this is “flexible”.
 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized ones.

UNAMBIGUOUS:
 

A.

stagnant

B.

hidden

C.

clear

D.

muddy

E.

grubby

EXPLANATION

Unambiguous means “without any doubts”.

The most similar word here is “clear”.
 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized ones.

WRECKED:
 

A.

defined

B.

developed

C.

registered

D.

ruined

E.

counted

EXPLANATION

Wrecked means “to completely destroy or ruin it”

The best option here is “ruined”
 


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar in meaning to the capitalized one:

DISRUPTION:

A.

Comfort

B.

Luxury

C.

Trouble

D.

Freedom

E.

Calm

EXPLANATION

Disruption means “any disturbance or problem that interrupts an event, activity or a process”

All other words don’t relate to the mentioned word.


QUESTION:

Choose the word most similar In meaning to the capitalized one:

INEVITABLE:

A.

Doubtful

B.

Deny

C.

Unexpected

D.

Certain

E.

Unusual

EXPLANATION

Inevitable means something which is bound to happen or is very certain, undoubtful, and clear.


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters:

ERADICATION
 

A.

Suppression

B.

Termination

C.

Control

D.

Establish

E.

Extinction

EXPLANATION

To establish something means to begin it or bring it about, i.e. the opposite of eradication which means to destroy something.


QUESTION:

Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly OPPOSITE in meaning to the word in capital letters:

INTERRUPTION

A.

Break

B.

Continuity

C.

Injury

D.

Difference

E.

Crack

EXPLANATION

“Interruption” means something which is not continuous, does not have pause or breakage.

Hence continuity (Option B) is correct which means unbroken and consistent.


QUESTION:

The prince abdicated the crown and returned to his castle. Abdicated means;

A.

Gave up

B.

Sold

C.

Reinvested into

D.

Auctioned

EXPLANATION

Abdicated means to renounce ones throne.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. You have to select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word.

ILK

A.

Breed

B.

Civilization

C.

Origin

D.

Culture

EXPLANATION

Ilk: a type of person or thing similar to one already referred to.

Breed: to be of some the heritage or nature.

Civlization: a complex human society, usually made up of different cities, with certain characteristics of cultural and technological development.

Origin: the point or place where something begins, arises, or is derived.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. You have to select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word.


DUNCE

A.

Brainy

B.

Intellectual

C.

Cautious

D.

Oaf

EXPLANATION

Dunce: a person who is slow at learning; a stupid person.

Oaf: a man who is rough or clumsy and unintelligent.

Brainy and Intellectual: Someone who is intelligent.

Cautious: Someone who is careful about things.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. You have to select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word.


HIATUS

A.

Lull

B.

Longing

C.

Heretical

D.

Veneration

EXPLANATION

Hiatus: a pause or break in continuity during an activity.

Lull: a temporary interval of quiet or lack of activity.

Longing: a desire of achieving something.

Heretical: holding an opinion which is different with what is generally accepted.

Veneration: having great respect for something.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. You have to select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word.
BUFFERS

A.

Shocks

B.

Shield

C.

Support

D.

Window

EXPLANATION

Buffer: a person or thing that reduces a shock or that forms a barrier.

Shield: a person or thing providing protection.

Shocks: frightening someone.

Support: a thing that bears the weight of something or keeps it upright.

Window: a hole though a solid object which can allow you look inside and outside.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. You have to select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word.
ENCUMBER

A.

Clear

B.

Spacious

C.

Convenient

D.

Strained

EXPLANATION

Encumber: restrict in such a way that free action or movement is difficult.

Strain: to tie up something, limiting movement.

Clear: easy to perceive, understand, or interpret.

Spacious: (especially of a room or building) having ample space.

Convenient: fitting in well with a persons needs, activities, and plans.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. You have to select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word.
HECTOR

A.

Harass

B.

Helpmate

C.

Hellish

D.

Hefty

EXPLANATION

Hector: talk to (someone) in a bullying way.

Harass: make someone a subject to aggressive pressure or intimidation.

Helpmate: a helpful companion or partner.

Hellish: like hell.

Hefty: large and heavy.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. You have to select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word.
NEXUS

A.

Focal point

B.

Success

C.

Hinterland

D.

Politics

EXPLANATION

Nexus: a central or focal point, and a connection or series of connections linking two or more things.

Success: the accomplishment of an aim or purpose.

Hinterland: an area lying beyond what is visible or known.

Politics: the activities associated with the governance of a country or area.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. You have to select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word.
PERPETUATE

A.

Skulk

B.

Deviate

C.

Eternize

D.

Perish

EXPLANATION

Perpetuate: make (something) continue forever.

Eternize: cause to live or last forever.

Skulk: keep out of sight.

Deviate: departing from usual or accepted standards; deviant.

Perish: die, especially in a violent or sudden way.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. You have to select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word.
AUGUST

A.

Local

B.

Old

C.

Venerable

D.

Foreign

EXPLANATION

August: respected and impressive.

Venerable: held in a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character.

Loal: is an acronym: Lock-On After Launch.

Foreign: from somewhere outside.


QUESTION:

In the following question, four alternative meanings of a word are given. You have to select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word.
LAMPOON

A.

Appreciate

B.

Burlesque

C.

Approve

D.

Annoy

EXPLANATION

Lampoon: publicly criticize (someone or something) by using ridicule, irony, or sarcasm.

Burlesque: parody or imitate in an absurd or comically exaggerated way.

Appreciate: to understand the worth or importance of (something or someone).

Approve: officially agree to or accept as satisfactory.

Annoy: make (someone) a little angry; irritate.


QUESTION:

Select the most suitable synonym for the given word:
FECKLESS: 

A.

Useless 

B.

Careless
 

C.

Dauntless 

D.

Fearless 

EXPLANATION

Feckless means to be careless 


QUESTION:

Select the most suitable synonym for the given word:
MOSAIC: 

A.

Pattern 

B.

Mortal 

C.

Ordinary 

D.

Musical 

EXPLANATION

A mosaic refers to a piece of art with repeating pattern.
 


QUESTION:

Select the most suitable synonym for the given word:
INSCRUTABLE: 

A.

Immoral 

B.

Unethical 

C.

Enigmatic
 

D.

Unaccountable 

EXPLANATION

Inscrutable means something that cannot be deciphered/understood so answer would be C
enigmatic which also refers to something mysterious. 


QUESTION:

Select the most suitable synonym for the given word:
JUXTAPOSE: 

A.

Justify 

B.

Compare 

C.

Expos 

D.

Jettison 

EXPLANATION

Juxtapose means to compare two contrasting things/traits.
 


QUESTION:

Select the most suitable synonym for the given word:
MUSE: 

A.

Wander 

B.

Fonder 

C.

Robust 

D.

Ponder 

EXPLANATION

Muse and ponder both mean to think 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
DISDAIN 

A.

Vice 

B.

Dislike 

C.

Contempt 

D.

Ignorance 

EXPLANATION

“the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of ones consideration or respect.” is
called disdain, same what is meant by contempt. 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
SAGACITY 

A.

Suspicious 

B.

Cruelty 

C.

Wisdom 

D.

Foolishness 

EXPLANATION

SAGACITY means the quality of being intelligent which is synonymous to “WISDOM” 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
FLAUNT
 

A.

Snipe 

B.

Dance 

C.

Show off
 

D.

Preserve 

EXPLANATION

FLAUNT means to “display (something) ostentatiously, especially in order to provoke envy
or admiration or to show defiance” which is what is meant by “show off”
 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
URBANE 

A.

Suave 

B.

Rough 

C.

Bad 

D.

Dishonest 

EXPLANATION

URBANE means a person who is courteous and refined in a manner which is exactly what

is meant by suave.


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:

DIASPORA

A.

Gathering 

B.

Dispersion 

C.

Alliance 

D.

Animosity 

EXPLANATION

A diaspora is a scattered population whose origin lies in a separate geographic locale. Dispersed population is also used to describe such a population. 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
IMPETUOUS 

A.

Honest 

B.

Impulsive 

C.

Lazy 

D.

Liar 

EXPLANATION

Impetuous suggests eagerness, violence, rashness.Impulsivity is the tendency to act without thinking. Being impulsive leads to being impetuous. These two words are most closely related from the given options, hence impulsive is our answer


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
VOCIFEROUS 

A.

Hidden 

B.

Loud 

C.

Strong 

D.

Weak 

EXPLANATION

VOCIFEROUS is characterized by being “loud and forceful.” 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
TRANSIENT 

A.

Permanent 

B.

Temporary 

C.

Long 

D.

Good
 

EXPLANATION

Transient means something that ends after a certain time/fades away, which is synonymous to “temporary” 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
PROWESS 

A.

Hindrance 

B.

Skill 

C.

Reservation 

D.

Bad name 

EXPLANATION

PROWESS means “a skill or expertise in a particular activity or field”,hence the answer is B. 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
BEQUEATH 

A.

Grant 

B.

Imbibe

C.

Irrigate 

D.

Hope 

EXPLANATION

To BEQUEATH means “to leave (property) to a person or other beneficiary by a will. Exactly what is meant by grant. 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
DISDAIN 

A.

Vice 

B.

Dislike 

C.

Contempt 

D.

Ignorance 

EXPLANATION

“the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of ones consideration or respect.” is
called disdain, same what is meant by contempt. 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
SAGACITY 

A.

Suspicious 

B.

Cruelty 

C.

Wisdom 

D.

Foolishness 

EXPLANATION

SAGACITY means the quality of being intelligent which is synonymous to “WISDOM” 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
FLAUNT
 

A.

Snipe 

B.

Dance 

C.

Show off
 

D.

Preserve 

EXPLANATION

FLAUNT means to “display (something) ostentatiously, especially in order to provoke envy
or admiration or to show defiance” which is what is meant by “show off”
 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
URBANE 

A.

Suave 

B.

Rough 

C.

Bad 

D.

Dishonest 

EXPLANATION

URBANE means a person who is courteous and refined in a manner which is exactly what

is meant by suave.


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:

DIASPORA

A.

Gathering 

B.

Dispersion 

C.

Alliance 

D.

Animosity 

EXPLANATION

A diaspora is a scattered population whose origin lies in a separate geographic locale. Dispersed population is also used to describe such a population. 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
IMPETUOUS 

A.

Honest 

B.

Impulsive 

C.

Lazy 

D.

Liar 

EXPLANATION

Impetuous suggests eagerness, violence, rashness.Impulsivity is the tendency to act without thinking. Being impulsive leads to being impetuous. These two words are most closely related from the given options, hence impulsive is our answer


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
VOCIFEROUS 

A.

Hidden 

B.

Loud 

C.

Strong 

D.

Weak 

EXPLANATION

VOCIFEROUS is characterized by being “loud and forceful.” 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
TRANSIENT 

A.

Permanent 

B.

Temporary 

C.

Long 

D.

Good
 

EXPLANATION

Transient means something that ends after a certain time/fades away, which is synonymous to “temporary” 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
PROWESS 

A.

Hindrance 

B.

Skill 

C.

Reservation 

D.

Bad name 

EXPLANATION

PROWESS means “a skill or expertise in a particular activity or field”,hence the answer is B. 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
BEQUEATH 

A.

Grant 

B.

Imbibe

C.

Irrigate 

D.

Hope 

EXPLANATION

To BEQUEATH means “to leave (property) to a person or other beneficiary by a will. Exactly what is meant by grant. 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
EMPATHY 

A.

Understanding 

B.

Animosity 

C.

Friendship 

D.

Sympathy

EXPLANATION

Animosity refers to hatred which is incorrect, along with friendship. Whereas sympathy means understanding however it should be noted that empathy and sympathy are often used together so the correct option is D 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:

FELICITY

A.

Boredom 

B.

Business

C.

Happiness 

D.

Relaxation

EXPLANATION

Felicity means joy which is closest to happiness. (Students can confuse it with relaxation
however ‘boredom’ and ‘business’ are completely to be eliminated)
 


QUESTION:

5. Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
UNCANNY 

A.

Exact 

B.

Opposite 

C.

Good 

D.

Strange

EXPLANATION

Uncanny means unnatural or mysterious. This matches with option D i.e strange 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:

VIRULENT

A.

Progressive 

B.

Harmful 

C.

Healthy 

D.

Positive 

EXPLANATION

Virulent is often associated with viruses, which means it cannot be progressive, healthy or positive. Thus the correct option is B i.e harmful 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
RAPT 

A.

Trumpet 

B.

Bewitched

C.

Rapid 

D.

Rash

EXPLANATION

Rapt means ‘fascination’ which is closely associated with being bewitched so option B is
correct 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
PEDAGOGY 

A.

The study of pediatrics
 

B.

The study of teaching methods

C.

The study of cultural heritage 

D.

The study of the pectoral muscle
 

EXPLANATION

Students can confuse pedagogy with the study of pediatrics however it means the study of teaching methods so the correct answer is option B


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:

INDICTMENT

A.

Humiliation 

B.

Offended

C.

Accusation 

D.

Invisible 

EXPLANATION

‘Indictment’ is a word that is closely associated with criminals and trials therefore its nearest
corret meaning is “accusation”
 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:

MITIGATION

A.

Alleviation 

B.

Classification 

C.

Formidable 

D.

Poisonous 

EXPLANATION

Mitigation means lessening or reduction which is synonym to alleviation


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:

CONCERTED

A.

Strenuous 

B.

Furious 

C.

Curious 

D.

Precious

EXPLANATION

Concerted means joint/coordinated. It should be noted that furious, curious, and precious do not have the exact definition as concerted so we choose option A which is nearest to the meaning of concerted 


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
ARCANE 

A.

Mysterious 

B.

Furious 

C.

Arid 

D.

Clear

EXPLANATION

Arcane means secret / hidden so option A correct as mysterious can be a synonym for secret


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
DISDAIN

A.

Vice

B.

Dislike

C.

Contempt

D.

Ignorance

EXPLANATION

“The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of ones consideration or respect.” is called disdain, same what is meant by contempt.


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
SAGACITY

A.

Suspicious

B.

Cruelty

C.

Wisdom

D.

Foolishness

EXPLANATION

SAGACITY means the quality of being intelligent which is synonymous to “WISDOM”.


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
FLAUNT

A.

Snipe

B.

Dance

C.

Show off

D.

Preserve

EXPLANATION

FLAUNT means to “display (something) ostentatiously, especially in order to provoke envy or admiration or to show defiance” which is what is meant by “show off”


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
URBANE

A.

Suave

B.

Rough

C.

Bad

D.

Dishonest

EXPLANATION

URBANE means a person who is courteous and refined in manner which is exactly what is meant by suave.


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
DIASPORA

A.

Gathering

B.

Dispersion

C.

Alliance

D.

Animosity

EXPLANATION

A diaspora is a scattered population whose origin lies in a separate geographic locale.Dispersed population is also used to describe such a population.


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
IMPETUOUS

A.

Honest

B.

Impulsive

C.

Lazy

D.

Liar

EXPLANATION

Impetuous suggests eagerness, violence, rashness. Impulsivity is the tendency to act without thinking.Being impulsive leads to being impetuous.These two words are most closely related from the given options,hence impulsive is our answer.


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
VOCIFEROUS

A.

Hidden

B.

Loud

C.

Strong

D.

Weak

EXPLANATION

VOCIFEROUS is characterized by being “loud and forceful.”


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
TRANSIENT

A.

Permanent

B.

Temporary

C.

Long

D.

Good

EXPLANATION

Transient means something that ends after a a certain time/fades away, which is synonymous to “temporary”.


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
PROWESS

A.

Hindrance

B.

Skill

C.

Reservation

D.

Bad name

EXPLANATION

PROWESS means “a skill or expertise in a particular activity or field”,hence the answer is B.


QUESTION:

Select the NEAREST CORRECT MEANING of the given word:
BEQUEATH

A.

Grant

B.

Imbibe

C.

Irrigate

D.

Hope

EXPLANATION

To BEQUEATH means “to leave (property) to a person or other beneficiary by a will”. Exactly what is meant by grant.


QUESTION:

Find the correctly spelt word:

A.

Sovereign

B.

Soveregn

C.

Soverean

D.

Soverein

EXPLANATION

‘Sovereign’ is the correct spelling.

Sovereign is a supreme ruler, especially a monarch.


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling of the word:

A.

Annehilate

B.

Anihilate

C.

Annihilate

D.

Anehilate

EXPLANATION

Annihilate meaning: destroy utterly; obliterate.


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling of the word:

A.

lgnomeny

B.

Ignominy

C.

lgnomminy

D.

Ignomny

EXPLANATION

‘Ignominy is the correct spelling.

Ignominy meaning: public shame or disgrace.


QUESTION:

Choose the correct spelling of the word:

A.

Exhebition

B.

Exhibition

C.

Exhabation

D.

Exehation

EXPLANATION

Exhibition meaning: a public display of works of art or items of interest, held in an art gallery or museum or at a trade fair.


QUESTION:

I dont like doing _______, especially mopping the floor.

A.

Homework

B.

House chores

C.

House job

D.

Jobs

EXPLANATION

Mopping the floor would count as a house chores. The other options are not applicable.


QUESTION:

Give her a break. It was not her _______ that the bus arrived late.

A.

Blame

B.

Error

C.

Crime

D.

Fault

EXPLANATION

Fault: responsibility for an accident or misfortune.


QUESTION:

Choose the word nearest in meaning to ENIGMA

A.

Evaluation

B.

Puzzle

C.

Answer

D.

Account

EXPLANATION

Enigma means: a person or thing that is mysterious or difficult to understand. Thus Puzzle is the option closest to this meaning.


QUESTION:

Choose the word opposite in meaning to VOCIFEROUS

A.

Silent

B.

Boisterous

C.

Blatant

D.

Noisy

EXPLANATION

Vociferous means: expressing or characterized by vehement opinions; loud and forceful. Thus silent, option A, is the correct answer.


QUESTION:

Out of the following indicate the matching item for PUPPIES.

A.

School

B.

Litter

C.

Covey

D.

Group

EXPLANATION

Out of the following indicate the matching item for PUPPIES. LITTER.


QUESTION:

Choose the related word for Broom on the analogy of Water : Splash. 

A.

Whisper

B.

Gush 

C.

Swish 

D.

Screech 

EXPLANATION

Water makes splashing sounds while broom makes swishing 


QUESTION:

Choose the related word for Rat on the analogy of Elephant : Stride. 

A.

Scamper 

B.

Loiter 

C.

Whimper 

D.

Gallop 

EXPLANATION

small animal running with quick light steps 


QUESTION:

Which one of the following is opposite in meaning to the word SYMPATHY? 

A.

Apathy 

B.

Pathos 

C.

Empathy

D.

Jealousy 

EXPLANATION

Apathy lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern. While sympathy means feelings of pity and sorrow for someone elses misfortune. 


QUESTION:

Enlarge upon’ means:

A.

Explain in more detail  

B.

To make taller 

C.

To become large 

D.

To measure

EXPLANATION

it means to speak or write about something in greater detail.


QUESTION:

 ‘To the letter’ means:

A.

Cursory 

B.

Enveloping a letter

C.

Precisely

D.

Reporting a problem 

EXPLANATION

it means with adherence to every detail. 


QUESTION:

A person who leaves his country and settles in another country is called:

A.

Emigrant 

B.

Immigrant 

C.

Migrant 

D.

Aborigine 

EXPLANATION

immigrant is used in reference to the country moved to, and emigrant is used in reference to the country moved from


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