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In each of these items, a word or a phrase has been bold followed by words or phrases listed (a), (b), (c), and (d). Choose the most appropriate word/phrase closest in meaning to the bold word or phrase.

Bana in Sanskrit, Lyly in English and Prasad in Hindi are celebrated for their florid style.

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Important Questions on Synonyms and Antonyms

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Directions: In the following question, a word is given. Choose the option that is the most similar or nearest in the meaning of the given word.

The eyewitness testimony was incontrovertible.

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The following sentences consist of a word or a phrase which is written in bold letters. Each of them is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or the phrase which is closest to the opposite in meaning of the bold word or phrase.

He was charged with abetting the murder of an innocent child.

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The following sentences consist of a word or a phrase which is written in bold letters. Each of them is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or the phrase which is closest to the opposite in meaning of the bold word or phrase.

The visit of the Vice-Chancellor has been deferred indefinitely.

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The following sentences consist of a word or a phrase which is written in bold letters. Each of them is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or the phrase which is closest to the opposite in meaning of the bold word or phrase.

How dare you desecrate an idol of this temple.

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The following sentences consist of a word or a phrase which is written in bold letters. Each of them is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or the phrase which is closest to the opposite in meaning of the bold word or phrase.

There exists rancour between the two brothers.

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The following sentences consist of a word or a phrase which is written in bold letters. Each of them is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or the phrase which is closest to the opposite in meaning of the bold word or phrase.

Born in squalid surroundings of the slums she rose to stardom overnight.

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The following sentences consist of a word or a phrase which is written in bold letters. Each of them is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or the phrase which is closest to the opposite in meaning of the bold word or phrase.

Mrs Nisha made fervent appeal to the members of the club to maintain unity.

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The following sentences consist of a word or a phrase which is written in bold letters. Each of them is followed by four words or phrases. Select the word or the phrase which is closest to the opposite in meaning of the bold word or phrase.

You are advised to show clemency to the defeated enemy.