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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Proof
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Attempt
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Verify
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Correct
C
Correct answer
Explanation
To test something means to verify or check if it works correctly. 'Verify' is the closest synonym among the options. 'Proof' is a noun (not a verb like test), 'Attempt' means to try but not necessarily verify, and 'Correct' means to fix rather than check.
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Carry on
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Depend on
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Attempt
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None of these
B
Correct answer
Explanation
'Rely on' and 'depend on' are perfect synonyms meaning to trust or count on someone or something. 'Carry on' means to continue, 'Attempt' means to try, and 'None of these' is incorrect since B matches.
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Trip
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Unreliable
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Truth
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None of these
B
Correct answer
Explanation
'Unfaithful' means not trustworthy or loyal. 'Unreliable' is the closest match as it also means not dependable. 'Trip' is unrelated, 'Truth' is the opposite concept, and 'None of these' is incorrect.
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Anarchy
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Converse
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Dictatorship
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None of these
C
Correct answer
Explanation
'Autocracy' is a system of government by one person with absolute power. 'Dictatorship' is the correct synonym - both mean rule by a single leader. 'Anarchy' means no government (opposite), 'Converse' means opposite, and 'None of these' is incorrect.
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Circulation
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Repetition
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Strive
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Neglect
A
Correct answer
Explanation
'Rotation' involves circular movement or turning around an axis. 'Circulation' is the closest synonym as it also involves movement in a circular pattern. 'Repetition' means doing again, 'Strive' means to struggle, and 'Neglect' means to ignore.
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Insurmountable
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Trade
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Agree
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Tall
A
Correct answer
Explanation
'Indomitable' means impossible to defeat or subdue. 'Insurmountable' is the correct synonym meaning impossible to overcome. The other options are unrelated: 'Trade' (exchange), 'Agree' (concur), 'Tall' (height).
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Steady
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Regular
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Doubtful
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None of these
C
Correct answer
Explanation
'Questionable' means open to doubt or suspicion. 'Doubtful' is the perfect synonym with the same meaning. 'Steady' and 'Regular' mean stable/consistent (opposites), and 'None of these' is incorrect.
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Unfailing
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Careful
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Soft
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Bully
A
Correct answer
Explanation
'Infallible' means never wrong or incapable of failure. 'Unfailing' is the correct synonym meaning always reliable. 'Careful' means cautious (related but different), 'Soft' is texture, and 'Bully' means intimidator.
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Refuse
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Disturbed
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Neutral
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None of these
B
Correct answer
Explanation
'Unquiet' means not calm or peaceful, often agitated. 'Disturbed' is the closest synonym meaning upset or troubled. 'Refuse' means to decline, 'Neutral' means unbiased, and 'None of these' is incorrect.
B
Correct answer
Explanation
'Disinclined' means unwilling or lacking enthusiasm to do something. 'Reluctant' is the correct synonym with the same meaning. 'Rare' means uncommon, 'Warn' means to caution, and 'Loss' means deprivation.
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Helpful
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Misuse
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Abuse
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Dumping
A
Correct answer
Explanation
'Beneficial' means producing good results or helpful. 'Helpful' is the correct synonym meaning providing assistance. 'Misuse' and 'Abuse' mean to use wrongly (opposites), and 'Dumping' means discarding.
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Warn
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Force
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Important
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None of these
C
Correct answer
Explanation
'Pressing' means urgent or requiring immediate attention. 'Important' is the closest synonym among the options. 'Warn' means to caution, 'Force' means compel, and 'None of these' is incorrect.
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Treasure means something valuable or precious. Prize is the closest synonym among the options, as it also refers to something of great worth or value.
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Substitute
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Invariable
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Fallible
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Stable
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Unchangeable means something that cannot be altered or modified. Invariable is the correct synonym, meaning constant, steady, or unchanging.
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Happy
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Fortunate
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Sorrow
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Cheerful
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Distress refers to suffering, pain, or anxiety. Sorrow is the correct synonym as it means deep sadness or grief, which aligns with the meaning of distress.