English Language
Vocabulary and Synonyms
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Vocabulary and synonyms are essential components of English language sections across competitive exams. This topic tests word associations, context meanings, and precise vocabulary skills. Regular practice helps test takers score higher in SSC, banking, and railway recruitment tests.
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Vocabulary and Synonyms Questions
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HATE
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LOVE
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ENCOURAGING WORDS
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REBUKE
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Reprimand means to scold or rebuke someone for their fault or misconduct. REBUKE is the correct synonym as it means to express sharp disapproval. HATE and LOVE are emotions, not actions, and ENCOURAGING WORDS is the opposite of reprimand.
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NOT INTERESTED
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FAMILY
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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
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GAME
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Herald means to announce or proclaim something, often something important. IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT correctly captures the meaning of heralding as making something known. The other options (not interested, family, game) are unrelated to the concept of announcement.
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SOFT
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KNOWLEGEABLE
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AGGRESSIVE
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AFFECTIONATE
C
Correct answer
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Bellicose means demonstrating aggression or willingness to fight. AGGRESSIVE is the correct synonym as it matches this confrontational nature. SOFT and AFFECTIONATE are opposite in meaning, while KNOWLEDGEABLE relates to intellect, not aggression.
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SUDDEN NOISE
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HEAVY TRAFFIC
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CASUAL WALK
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HOUSEHOLD UTENSILS
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Promenade means a leisurely walk, often taken for pleasure or social display. CASUAL WALK correctly captures this meaning of walking in a relaxed manner. The other options (sudden noise, heavy traffic, household utensils) are completely unrelated to walking.
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NOT PREPARED
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WELL EQUIPPED
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NOT ALIGNED
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TO LET GO
A
Correct answer
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Impromptu means done without preparation or planning. NOT PREPARED correctly captures this meaning of spontaneity and lack of preparation. WELL EQUIPPED is the opposite, while NOT ALIGNED and TO LET GO are unrelated to the concept of preparation.
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Excuses
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Gifts
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Fake crying
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Bribe
C
Correct answer
Explanation
'Crocodile tears' refers to fake crying or insincere expressions of sorrow. The phrase comes from the ancient myth that crocodiles would weep while devouring their prey, making it a powerful metaphor for hypocritical displays of emotion. It doesn't mean excuses, gifts, or bribe.
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Lazy
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Industrious
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Restless
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Impatient
B
Correct answer
Explanation
An 'eager beaver' refers to someone who is enthusiastic, hardworking, and keen to undertake tasks - essentially industrious. The phrase uses the beaver, known for its busy nature and dam-building work ethic, as a metaphor for diligent workers. It doesn't imply laziness, restlessness, or impatience.
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Eraser
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Pencil
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Pen
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Duster
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Scale
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None of the above
C
Correct answer
Explanation
'Stylo' is a Hindi word that means 'pen' - a writing instrument. Options A, B, D, and E are incorrect because they refer to other stationery items (eraser, pencil, duster, scale). Option F is incorrect because 'pen' is one of the options.
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Eraser
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Pencil
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Pen
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Duster
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Scale
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None of the above
C
Correct answer
Explanation
The French word 'stylo' translates to 'pen' in English. The other options are related stationery items but are incorrect translations.
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laugh out loud
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loads of love
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laugh out love
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love of luck
A
Correct answer
Explanation
LOL is an internet acronym for 'laugh out loud', used to indicate laughter in digital communication. It became popular in early internet chat and messaging culture.
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skillfull
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careless
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insincere
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fearful
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Adroit describes someone who is skillful, clever, or adept in their actions. It is the opposite of careless or insincere.
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denounce; utter censure or invective
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praise
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gallows
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mock
A
Correct answer
Explanation
To inveigh means to speak or write about something with strong disapproval or protest. It is the opposite of praise.
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silly
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sticky; viscous
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greedy for food
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genius
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Glutinous describes something sticky or viscous in texture. It does not mean silly, greedy, or genius.
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Dissendium
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Ennervate
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Diffindo
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Impedimenta
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Diffindo is the severing charm that causes objects to tear open or split apart. Dissendium opens passages, Ennervate revives unconscious people, and Impedimenta slows down targets.
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Cute
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Disgusting
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Crazy
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Naughty
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Nurmal is an annoying character who constantly shows off but considers himself to be cute, which makes 'Cute' the correct answer despite his irritating behavior toward Garfield.