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

Directions: Part of the stem word in bold capitals has been underlined to emphasize the root word used. Some suggested antonyms are given. Choose the word or phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning to the stem word.

VULNERABLE

  1. empty

  2. sullen

  3. modest

  4. safe

  5. severe
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Vulnerable means susceptible to harm, defenseless, or exposed to danger. Safe means protected from harm or danger, making it the direct opposite.

Multiple choice

Directions: Part of the stem word in bold capitals has been underlined to emphasize the root word used. Some suggested antonyms are given. Choose the word or phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning to the stem word.

PERPETUAL

  1. antecedent

  2. coincident

  3. intermittent

  4. precipitous

  5. languorous
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Perpetual means continuing indefinitely, never-ending, or constant. Intermittent means occurring at irregular intervals, not continuous, making it the opposite of perpetual.