Vocabulary and Synonyms

In Hindi, 'Palak' (पलक) means eyelash - the short hairs growing on the edge of the eyelid that protect the eye from dust and debris. This is a common vocabulary word in Hindi literature and everyday conversation. Option A (Space) is 'Antariksh', Option C (Joy) is 'Anand', and Option D (Pure) is 'Shuddh' or ' Pavitra'.

In Hindi/Urdu, 'Jaaved' (जावेद/جاود) means immortal - someone or something that never dies or is eternal. It comes from the Arabic root and is used in both poetic and everyday contexts to denote permanence. Option A (Attract) is 'Aakarshit karna', Option B (Power) is 'Shakti' or 'Taaqat', and Option D (Guide) is 'Marg darshak' or 'Rehnuma'.

A 'chad' is the small circle or rectangle of paper removed when punching a hole in a card, ballot, or similar material. The term gained fame during the 2000 US election controversy over 'hanging chads'. 'Didt', 'stud', and 'pluck' are unrelated words - a stud is a fastener, and pluck means to pull something.

Pusillanimous means showing a lack of courage or determination - cowardly. 'Petty-minded' (B) is the closest match among the options, reflecting the weak, timid nature that pusillanimous describes. This tests vocabulary of character traits.

'I'm as mad as hell, and I'm not going to take this anymore!' is Howard Beale's famous rant from Network (1976), delivered by Peter Finch. The film satirizes television news media.

Desolation primarily means a state of complete emptiness, destruction, or being deserted. 'Dejected' captures the associated emotional dimension of loneliness and unhappiness that accompanies desolation. While the primary meaning is about physical emptiness, the emotional aspect is also valid.

Discursive describes writing or speech that wanders from topic to topic rather than following a direct, focused line. It refers to communication that proceeds coherently but digressively. 'Digressive' directly captures this meaning of straying from the main subject in a wandering manner.

Astute means having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage. It describes someone who is sharp, clever, and keenly perceptive. 'Smart' captures this general sense of intelligence and quick-wittedness well.

Stupendous means extraordinarily impressive, enormous, or marvelous. It describes something of astounding size, quality, or impressiveness. 'Prodigious' directly captures this sense of being remarkably large or impressive - they are near-perfect synonyms.

Posse is a term that refers to a group of people, often in the context of a group of law enforcement officers or a gang. In modern slang, it can also mean a person's crew or associates. The option 'Group of cops' is the most accurate definition among the choices given.

Forsooth is an archaic English word meaning 'certainly', 'truly', or 'indeed'. It was commonly used in older English literature and Shakespearean works to emphasize truth or sincerity. The other options are either made-up words (farcity) or incorrect interpretations.

Matelot is a nautical term meaning 'sailor' or 'seaman', derived from the French word for sailor. It has been used in English, particularly in British naval contexts. The other options are incorrect - 'mate a lot' is a misinterpretation, 'soul mate' refers to romantic connection, and 'having a lot of mates' is a colloquial description, not the definition of matelot.

A polyglot is defined as someone who knows, speaks, or writes several languages. The term comes from Greek 'polyglottos' meaning 'many-tongued.' Option A is incorrect as the study of polymers is 'polymer science.' Option C describes someone practical rather than artistic, and option D would be 'gluttonous,' not 'polyglot.' The meaning is specifically about linguistic ability in multiple languages.