English Language
Vocabulary and Synonyms
18,261 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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Question is incorrect
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joker
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think (in japanese)
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don’t think too much(in malayalam)
A
Correct answer
Explanation
The word 'alpedonntiza' does not exist in any major language or standard dictionary. It appears to be a nonsensical or fabricated term, making the statement that the question is incorrect the only logical choice among the provided options.
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Sober is the correct answer because it describes a state of being clear-headed or not intoxicated, while the other options (love, anger, fear) are all emotions that a person can experience. Sober doesn't belong in the category of emotions.
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genuine
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genius
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good
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great
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Parle-G is Indias bestselling biscuit brand and the G officially stands for Genius. The branding positions the glucose-enriched biscuit as one that contributes to genius and intelligence, which has been part of its marketing strategy for decades targeting children and students.
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Surprised
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Feeling sleepy
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Listening
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Dreaming
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Raised eyebrows are a universal facial expression for surprise. The upward movement opens the eyes wider and creates an alert expression that signals something unexpected has occurred.
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I am sleeping
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I am angry
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I am in happy mood
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I am thinking something
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Drawing eyebrows down and inward (corrugator muscle contraction) is a classic anger expression. This creates a furrowed brow and threatening look that signals aggression, frustration, or intense displeasure.
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I am so displeased
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I am so happy
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I am so bored
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I am happy to see you
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Lowered eyebrows create a critical, suspicious, or disapproving expression. This body language signals dissatisfaction, judgment, or negative evaluation of something happening.
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Indication of extreme Fun
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Indication of extreme happiness
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Indication of extreme Pressure
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Indication of extreme Sadness
B
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Explanation
Tears combined with a smiling expression indicate tears of joy - overwhelming positive emotion. This occurs when happiness is so intense it produces a physical crying response, such as during moving reunions or achievements.
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Sence and simplicity
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Simply superb
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The sign of excellence
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A mster peice
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An Obsession with perfection
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We're moving beyond documents
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A nice place to stay on the internet
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Experience Certainity
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Yahoo's tagline 'A nice place to stay on the internet' or 'Yahoo! - A nice place to stay on the internet' was used in their early marketing. This tagline positioned Yahoo as a friendly, welcoming web portal and directory where users would want to spend time exploring content, services, and community features.
D
Correct answer
Explanation
This completes to 'A big nose never spoiled a handsome face,' a proverb suggesting that a prominent nose doesn't ruin an otherwise attractive appearance. Option D 'nose' fits the facial feature context. The saying emphasizes that overall attractiveness matters more than individual features.
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Hand, tongue
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eye,hand
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hand,eye
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eye,heart
D
Correct answer
Explanation
The proverb 'What the eye does not admire, the heart does not desire' means we don't emotionally crave things we don't visually appreciate or notice. Option D (eye, heart) correctly pairs these organs - the eye represents physical perception and the heart represents emotional desire. This is about the connection between observation and longing.
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Innocent
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Fool
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selfish
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Brave
B
Correct answer
Explanation
The proverb 'Better to be a fool than a knave' means it's better to be simple-minded than dishonest or deceitful. A knave is a scoundrel or unprincipled person, while a fool is merely lacking in wisdom. This proverbial wisdom values innocence over malice.
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Card Throwing
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Card Counting
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Card taring
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Card Eating
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Card scaling is indeed another term for card throwing - the art of throwing playing cards with precision and force. It's a performance art and skill that requires practice. Card counting (option B) is a blackjack strategy, while the other options are fabricated terms.
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Sonorus
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Serpensortia
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Stupefy
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Severing Charm
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Stupefy is the Stunning Spell in the Harry Potter universe that knocks opponents unconscious. Sonorus amplifies voice, Serpensortia produces a snake, and the Severing Charm (Diffindo) cuts objects.
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Accio
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Avis
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Avada Kedavra
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Aparecium
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Avada Kedavra is the Killing Curse in Harry Potter, one of the three Unforgivable Curses that causes instant death. Accio summons objects, Avis produces birds, and Aparecium reveals invisible ink.