English Language
Vocabulary and Synonyms
17,324 Questions
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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negotiable
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stubborn
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stupid
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incarnate
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Correct answer :(1) The word means stubborn, rigid, incompliance.
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murder of one's wife
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murder of king / queen
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murder of one's father
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murder of one's mother
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Correct answer :(2) The word 'regicide' can be associated with the word regal which means kingly , majestic. this makes option (2) the right answer .
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hardened
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systematic
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weaken
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unaccustomed
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Correct answer :(4) The word 'inured' means to familiarize, harden, to train, to acclimate. to become used to .Hence (4) is the answer which means not having the habit of .
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protect
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imperil
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journey
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enbattled
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Correct answer :(2) .The word 'jeopardize' means to put at risk, put in danger, to risk.
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affluent
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drowsy
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healthy
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mawkish
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Correct answer :(1) The word 'affluent' means having an abundance of wealth, being prosperous, whereas 'indigent' means the needy ,the poor and impoverished. Hence (1) is the answer
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Correct answer : (1) the word 'odour' means a strong,unpleasant smell, which is the same as the meaning of 'reek' . Hence they are synonyms. Option (4)'creed' means a doctrine, belief or faith.
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burst in
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burst out
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brim
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grim
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Correct answer : (1) The word 'implode' means to burst inwards. Thus (1) is the answer .Option (3) 'brim' means brink,edge,limit,margin,rim,verge and option(4)'grim' means unpleasant,fierce,joyless.Hence (1) is the answer.
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serious
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content
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sombre
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sure
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Correct answer :(1) The word 'jocular' means suited to joking. The word 'serious' is ita antonym. Option (3) 'sombre' means dark and shadowing , gloomy , dismal.
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irreverant
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congregation
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egregious
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esoteric
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Correct answer :(1)The word 'impious' means not pious or religious ,lacking reverance for God, hence (1) is the answer.Option (2) 'congregation' means an assembly of persons brought together for common religious worship. 'Option (3) 'egregious' is extraordinary in some bad ways. Option (4) 'esoteric' means belonging to a select few of special knowledge.
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Create
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Emit
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Examine
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Observe
B
Correct answer
Explanation
The word 'Reek' primarily means to emit a strong, unpleasant smell or fumes. When something 'reeks', it is giving off a foul odor. Among the options, 'Emit' is the closest correct meaning as it captures the sense of something being given off or discharged, whether it's a smell, smoke, or fumes. The other options (Create, Examine, Observe) don't relate to the actual meaning of reek.
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Erase
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Refute
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Entertain
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Deny
C
Correct answer
Explanation
'Regale' means to entertain or amuse someone, typically by telling them interesting stories or anecdotes. When you 'regale' someone, you're providing them with enjoyment through conversation or narration. 'Entertain' is the correct answer as it directly captures this meaning of providing amusement or enjoyment. The other options (Erase, Refute, Deny) are unrelated to the actual meaning of regale.
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Curative
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Bitter
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Disturbed
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Violent
A
Correct answer
Explanation
'Remedial' relates to providing a remedy or cure for something, especially a problem or deficiency. It describes something intended to correct or improve a situation, such as remedial education for students falling behind. 'Curative' is the correct answer as it specifically relates to healing or curing, which aligns with the corrective nature of remedial measures. The other options (Bitter, Disturbed, Violent) don't capture the meaning of something that provides remedy or correction.
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Fester
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Sink
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Shrink
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Recoup
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Reimburse means to recoup. In this sense, Paul reimburses me with the money, therefore I recoup my money.
B
Correct answer
Explanation
'Rend' means to tear something into pieces with force or violence. It's a somewhat formal or literary word used to describe the action of tearing apart, whether it's fabric, a physical object, or even metaphorically used for emotions or hearts. 'Tear' is the correct answer as it directly means to pull apart or divide by force. The other options (Greet, Show, Think) are completely unrelated to the meaning of rend.
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Destiny
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Destruction
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Rejection
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Confidence
C
Correct answer
Explanation
'Renunciation' is the act of formally rejecting or giving up something, such as a claim, right, or possession. It can refer to voluntarily relinquishing a position, title, belief, or way of life. 'Rejection' is the correct answer as it captures the core meaning of saying no to something or refusing to accept it. The other options (Destiny, Destruction, Confidence) don't reflect the meaning of voluntarily giving something up.