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

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Wificide

  2. Bridicide

  3. Gemicide

  4. Uxoricide

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The pattern follows Latin-derived terms for killing specific individuals: 'infanticide' (killing an infant) leads to 'uxoricide' (killing one's wife). 'Uxor' is Latin for wife, making uxoricide the correct term following this linguistic pattern.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. fearless

  2. relentless

  3. powerless

  4. guileless

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Intrepid means showing fearlessness and bravery. Someone who is intrepid faces dangerous or difficult situations without being afraid.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. fearless

  2. relentless

  3. powerless

  4. hopeless

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Intrepid means fearless, brave, or courageous. It describes someone who shows no fear in dangerous or difficult situations. The word comes from Latin 'intrepidus' meaning undaunted or fearless.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. 'a man with great knowledge in music'

  2. 'great music composer'

  3. 'great film composer'

  4. 'great knowledge in music'

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Isaignani is the title given to Ilaiyaraaja, the legendary Tamil film composer, meaning 'a man with great knowledge in music' (option A). This title was conferred to honor his extraordinary contribution to Indian film music.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. fail

  2. success

  3. attempt

  4. try again

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Endeavor means to try hard to do or achieve something, making 'attempt' its closest synonym. 'Fail' and 'try again' are incorrect, and 'success' is the potential result, not a synonym.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Confundo

  2. Impero

  3. Confuseo

  4. Impedimenta

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Confundo charm causes the victim to become confused. It's a spell from the Harry Potter series. Impero is the Imperius Curse (mind control), Confuseo is not a real spell, and Impedimenta slows targets down.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Apparition

  2. Ghastly/Disgusting

  3. Related to

  4. Opposite to

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Aboral means 'opposite to' or 'away from the mouth' in biological contexts. The prefix 'ab-' means away from, and 'oral' refers to the mouth. Option D is correct.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Like water

  2. Pure and unspoilt

  3. Properties of Gold

  4. Calmness

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Aureity refers to properties or characteristics of gold. The word derives from 'aurum' (Latin for gold), which is also the source of the chemical symbol Au. It does not mean water-like, calmness, or general purity.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Nervous twicthing of fingers and toes

  2. Dyslexia

  3. Elevation to Godhood

  4. English Priest

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Athetosis is a neurological symptom characterized by slow, involuntary, writhing movements, typically affecting the hands and feet. It's associated with conditions like cerebral palsy and certain movement disorders. The term comes from Greek, meaning 'without position' because of the inability to maintain a stable posture.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Stupid

  2. Acerbic

  3. True form or nature

  4. Like a grape

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The word 'aciniform' comes from Latin 'acinus' meaning grape or berry. The suffix '-form' means shaped like. Therefore 'aciniform' means 'grape-shaped' or 'like a grape'. This is a valid scientific/biological term used to describe grape-like structures.