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: Choose the word or phrase which is SIMILAR in meaning to the key word:

Commence

  1. Start

  2. Rove

  3. Arguable

  4. Face value

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Commence means to begin, start, or initiate something - to set in motion. Option A 'Start' is a direct and accurate synonym. The other options (rove - to wander, arguable - debatable, face value - accepting something at its apparent worth) are unrelated to the concept of beginning or starting.

Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is SIMILAR in meaning to the key word:

Gloat

  1. Exult

  2. Dwindle

  3. Oppress

  4. Close
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Gloat means to feel or show smug satisfaction or self-congratulation, especially about another's misfortune or one's own success. 'Exult' means to show great elation, jubilation, or triumph, particularly over success. While not identical, both words describe intense feelings of triumph or satisfaction, making them close enough synonyms in this context.

Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is SIMILAR in meaning to the key word:

Colossal

  1. Clueless

  2. Harrow

  3. Huge

  4. Arbitrary

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Colossal means extremely large, huge, or gigantic in size - of immense proportions. Option C 'Huge' is a direct and accurate synonym capturing this meaning. The other options (clueless - having no knowledge, harrow - to distress or cultivate, arbitrary - based on random choice) are completely unrelated to size or magnitude.