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.

MUTE

  1. amplify

  2. harmonize

  3. attune

  4. synthesize

  5. register
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

As a verb, mute means to silence or muffle sound. Amplify means to make sound louder or stronger, which is the opposite action of muting or silencing.

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.

WAIVE

  1. Peruse

  2. Supply

  3. Prove

  4. Repeat

  5. Demand
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
E Correct answer
Explanation

To waive is to refrain from using a right or claim. Demand is opposite in meaning as most individuals would demand their right to something rather than waiving it.

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.

POLEMICAL

  1. imitative

  2. lavish

  3. conciliatory

  4. attractive

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

Polemical means a controversial argument, as one against some opinion, doctrine, etc.Conciliatory means tending to conciliate or calming down. So, it is the opposite word to polemical.

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.

MITIGATE

  1. exacerbate

  2. preponderate

  3. accelerate

  4. elevate

  5. extrapolate
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Mit - mild, soft, gentle :To lessen in force or intensity, as wrath, grief, harshness, or pain. Exacerbate means to increase the severity, bitterness, or violence of (disease, ill feeling, etc.) which is the opposite in meaning to mitigate.  

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.

RESOLUTION

  1. vacillation

  2. organization

  3. condemnation

  4. hybridization

  5. altercation
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Solut → loosen :a firm decision or determination Other words- absolution,resolute,absolutely. Vacillation-a state of indecision or irresolution.  

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.

TRACTABLE

  1. indefatigable

  2. incorrigible

  3. insatiable

  4. impractical

  5. impetuous
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Tract → drag, pull : Easily managed or controlled.

Other words: attract,retract,contract. Incorrigible means firmly fixed; not easily changed. 

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.

LACKLUSTER

  1. necessary

  2. descriptive

  3. radiant

  4. organized

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

Lustr : ( light, enlighten ) Example : Luster, Lackluster Lacking liveliness, vitality, spirit, or enthusiasm. Radiant- bright with joy, hope, etc.

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.

SCEPTICISM

  1. plausibility

  2. audacity

  3. reason

  4. argument

  5. conviction
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
E Correct answer
Explanation

-ism (act or practice of) Other words: Cynicism, pessimism, criticism, neologism, anachronism. Scepticism- sceptical attitude or temper; doubt. Conviction- a fixed or firm belief.