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Synonyms MCQ - Practice Questions with Answers
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Q1Read the statements and choose the correct option. Statement 1: The synonym of "reluctant" is "unwilling". Statement 2: The synonym of "obsolete" is "modern".
In a statement-combo synonym question, each statement must be tested separately. Statement 1 gives the cue "reluctant", which means unwilling or hesitant, so it is correct. Statement 2 gives the cue "obsolete", which means outdated or no longer in use; "modern" means current or recent. Therefore, only Statement 1 is correct.
Q2Read the sentence and choose the word nearest in meaning to the word "concise". The clerk gave a concise reply to the applicant's query.
A context synonym must fit the sentence without changing the intended sense. The cue is "concise reply", which means a reply expressed briefly and without unnecessary detail. "Brief" is the only option that matches this meaning. "Confused" concerns clarity, "delayed" concerns time, and "detailed" gives the opposite idea of full elaboration.
Q3Choose the word that is closest in meaning to the underlined word in the sentence. The minister's evasive reply did little to abate public anxiety after the report was released.
In formal usage, abate means to become less intense or to make something less severe. The cue is public anxiety: the reply failed to reduce the anxiety after the report. Lessen therefore matches both the meaning and the grammatical frame: a reply may lessen anxiety. Expose is about revealing, provoke is about causing a stronger reaction, and postpone is about delaying. Each misses the central idea of reduction in degree.
Q4Choose the most appropriate word similar in meaning to NONCHALANT.
Nonchalant means calm, casual, or showing little concern, especially in a situation where others may feel anxious. Indifferent is the closest synonym because it also suggests lack of interest, concern, or emotional involvement. Insubstantial means not solid, strong, or important, so it relates to weight or value rather than attitude. Insurrection means a rebellion against authority and is a noun, not a matching adjective. Intimidating means frightening or threatening, which is almost the opposite of a relaxed, unconcerned manner.
Q5Choose the word that is nearest in meaning to "obdurate" in the sentence. Despite repeated warnings from the audit committee, the officer remained obdurate and refused to revise the flawed procedure.
Obdurate means stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action, especially after advice, pressure or moral appeal. The cue is "despite repeated warnings" and "refused to revise", which shows deliberate resistance rather than mere negligence. Stubborn is therefore the closest synonym. Careless would mean he failed through lack of attention; reserved would describe a quiet temperament; resentful would indicate bitterness. None of these expresses the central idea of hardened unwillingness to yield.
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6Read the assertion and reason carefully. Assertion (A): In the sentence "The committee adopted a judicious compromise", "judicious" can be replaced by "prudent" without a major change in meaning. Reason (R): Both "judicious" and "prudent" imply wise and careful judgement in making a decision. Choose the correct option.
7Match List I with List II and choose the correct option. List I: 1. Frugal 2. Lucid 3. Tenacious 4. Meticulous List II: a. Clear and easy to understand b. Economical in the use of resources c. Showing great attention to detail d. Persistent and determined
8Which option is NOT a suitable synonym of the word "candid"?
9Read the assertion and reason, then choose the correct option. Assertion (A): In the sentence "The committee gave a perfunctory review of the proposal", "cursory" is a suitable synonym for "perfunctory". Reason (R): Both words can describe an action done hastily, superficially, or without proper care.
10Match List I with List II and choose the correct option. List I: 1. Fragile 2. Diligent 3. Tranquil 4. Candid List II: a. Honest and direct b. Easily broken c. Calm and peaceful d. Hard-working
11Consider the following statements about synonyms of "impecunious". Statement 1: "Affluent" is a suitable synonym because both words refer to a person's financial position. Statement 2: "Penniless" is a suitable synonym because both words can describe a person who has little or no money. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
12Choose the word most similar in meaning to SPURIOUS from the options given:
13What is the most appropriate synonym of the word "Sociable"?
14Match List I with List II and choose the correct answer from the options given below. List I: 1. Abundant 2. Timid 3. Impartial 4. Diligent List II: a. Hard-working b. Plentiful c. Fair-minded d. Shy
15Read the assertion and reason, then choose the correct option. Assertion (A): In the sentence "The new drainage plan will mitigate the risk of flooding", "reduce" is a suitable synonym of "mitigate". Reason (R): "Mitigate" means to make something less severe, serious or painful; it does not mean to remove it completely.