Synonyms MCQ — 35 Practice Questions with Answers

Explanation

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 Statement 2 gives the cue "obsolete", which means outdated or no longer in use; "modern" means current or recent.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.

Explanation

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.

Explanation

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.

Explanation

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.

Explanation

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.