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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Interference
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Reserve
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Object
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Bore
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Disapprove means to object to or express disagreement with something. Interference means getting involved in something without permission, Reserve means to hold back or keep, and Bore means to make someone feel uninterested.
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Lapidary
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Popular
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Proud
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Win
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Encountered
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Tension
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Rivalry
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None of these
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Faced means encountered or confronted a situation or person. Tension refers to mental or emotional strain, Rivalry means competition between opponents, and None of these is incorrect.
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Brittle
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Pilfer
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Loss
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None of these
B
Correct answer
Explanation
'Pilfer' means to steal. Loss happens to one as a result of stealing. 'Brittle' is something hard which breaks easily.
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Profound
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Paint
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Feeble
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Unchain
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Deep can mean profound in thought, understanding, or intensity. Paint is a colored liquid for surfaces, Feeble means weak, and Unchain means to release from chains or captivity.
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Industrious
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Enable
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Fame
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None of these
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Hardworking means diligent or industrious, someone who consistently puts effort into their work. Enable means to make something possible, Fame means widespread recognition, and None of these is incorrect.
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Splendid means magnificent, grand, or impressive in appearance or quality. Lived is the past tense of live, Defeat means to overcome someone in competition, and Swift means fast or quick.
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Murder
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Lowest
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Minimum
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None of these
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Minimal means very small in amount or degree. Minimum is the least or smallest quantity needed - they are closely related concepts. Murder is unlawful killing, Lowest refers to bottom position or rank.
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Recollect
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Misrule
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Unite
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Damage
A
Correct answer
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Remember means to recollect, recall, or bring back to mind. Misrule means to govern badly, Unite means to join or combine, and Damage means physical harm or injury.
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Polite
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Handsome
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Noble
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None of these
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Good-Looking means attractive or handsome in appearance. Polite means having good manners, Noble means having high moral qualities or aristocratic rank, and None of these is incorrect.
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Repulsive
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Reluctant
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Taken
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None of these
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Hesitating means pausing before acting due to uncertainty or reluctance. Reluctant means unwilling or hesitant about doing something. Repulsive means causing disgust, and Taken is the past tense of take.
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Silly
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Refund
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Radiant
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Fearful
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Radiant correctly describes bright things that emit or reflect light. Silly, Refund, and Fearful have no semantic connection to brightness.
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Rebate
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Debate
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Partner
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Energy
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Rebate is a synonym for discount - both refer to a reduction in price or partial refund. Debate, Partner, and Energy are unrelated terms.
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Reckless
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Enemy
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Express
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None of these
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Reckless correctly captures one meaning of rash - acting without thinking or too hastily. Enemy, Express, and None of these don't match the meaning.
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Destroy
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Rival
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Terrible
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None of these
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Rival is a direct synonym for competitor - someone competing against another. Destroy and Terrible are unrelated.