Synonyms & Antonyms

In the questions given below, choose the word most opposite in meaning to the given word and mark your answer.

Frugal

Directions: Four of the following five words are almost similar in meaning and so form a group. Select the one that does not belong to that group. 
 

Choose the one which is best express the meaning of the given word and mark your answer-

Insolent

In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word and mark it.

Benign

Directions: In the following question, a word is given. Choose the option that is the most opposite in meaning to the given word.

Arrogant

Directions for question: The question below has a word followed by five choices. From the choices, identify the one which is opposite in meaning (antonym) to the main word and mark the correct choice as the answer.

Eulogy

Directions for question: The question below gives a word followed by five choices. From the choices, select the most suitable synonym (a word which means the same) for the main word and mark the correct choice as the answer.

Cadence
 

In each question there are four sentences. Each sentence has a pair of homophones that are italicized and highlighted. From the italicized and highlighted pair of homophones, select the most appropriate word(s) to form correct sentences. Then from the options given choose the best one.

$\left(\mathrm{i}\right)$ Vivek has always been a formidable opponent in debates, contending against him, would be a real test of my mettle(a)/metal (b).

$\left(\mathrm{ii}\right)$ Vivek has always been a formidable opponent in debates, contending against him, would be a real test of my mettle(a)/metal (b).

$\left(\mathrm{iii}\right)$ The bomb disposal squad arrived at the spot after a tip off and managed to diffuse(a)/defuse(b) the bomb before it could cause any destruction.

$\left(\mathrm{iv}\right)$ The way he fawns(a)/fauns(b) over influential people is truly nauseating.

In each question there are four sentences. Each sentence has a pair of homophones that are italicized and highlighted. From the italicized and highlighted pair of homophones, select the most appropriate word(s) to form correct sentences. Then from the options given choose the best one.

$\left(\mathrm{i}\right)$ Gently knead(a)/need(b) the mixture on a floured surface and bake it in a preheated oven for $45$ minutes.

$\left(\mathrm{ii}\right)$ His mercy petition was dismissed by the government as he was guilty of a capital(a)/capitol(b) offence.

$\left(\mathrm{iii}\right)$ It has always been his dream to go on a world cruise(a)/crews(b).

$\left(\mathrm{iv}\right)$ A slew(a)/slough(b) of opportunities have been provided to encourage young entrepreneurs.

In each question there are four sentences. Each sentence has a pair of homophones that are italicized and highlighted. From the italicized and highlighted pair of homophones, select the most appropriate word(s) to form correct sentences. Then from the options given choose the best one.

$\left(\mathrm{i}\right)$ The country was under the yolk(a)/yoke(b) of imperialism for more than a century.

$\left(\mathrm{ii}\right)$ His complacent(a)/complaisant(b) wife put up with his capricious temper patiently and catered to all his whims and fancies.

$\left(\mathrm{iii}\right)$ In the past, it was characteristic of Indians to hoard(a)/horde(b) wealth.

$\left(\mathrm{iv}\right)$ I need to make a few discrete(a)/discreet(b) enquiries before signing the contract.

In each question there are four sentences. Each sentence has a pair of homophones that are italicized and highlighted. From the italicized and highlighted pair of homophones, select the most appropriate word(s) to form correct sentences. Then from the options given choose the best one.

$\left(\mathrm{i}\right)$ The book gives us a fascinating insight(a)/incite(b) into the lives of the royalty.

$\left(\mathrm{ii}\right)$ The arsonists attacked the police with a hail(a)/hale(b) of stones and hand grenades. 

$\left(\mathrm{iii}\right)$ The rich timbre(a)/timber(b) of his voice, coupled with his perfect oratorical skills, made him a public speaker of wide acclaim.

$\left(\mathrm{iv}\right)$ We stopped at a wayside stall and ordered a couple of light ales(a)/ails(b).

In each question there are four sentences. Each sentence has a pair of homophones that are italicized and highlighted. From the italicized and highlighted pair of homophones, select the most appropriate word(s) to form correct sentences. Then from the options given choose the best one.

$\left(\mathrm{i}\right)$ He is so besotted(a)/besoughted(b) by her that he is oblivious to every fault of hers.

$\left(\mathrm{ii}\right)$ The social gaffe(a)/gaff(b) committed by the actress soon began to do the rounds on social networking sites.

$\left(\mathrm{iii}\right)$ The rulers of the smaller kingdoms were forced to cede(a)/seed(b) their territories to the British Empire or face the wrath of the British.

$\left(\mathrm{iv}\right)$ The government issued a series of ordinances(a)/ordnances(b) to maintain law and order in the country.

In each question there are four sentences. Each sentence has a pair of homophones that are italicized and highlighted. From the italicized and highlighted pair of homophones, select the most appropriate word(s) to form correct sentences. Then from the options given choose the best one.

$\left(\mathrm{i}\right)$ The devastating earthquake came as a major blow to the country which was already in the throws(a)/throes(b) of an economic recession. 

$\left(\mathrm{ii}\right)$ There was a sudden surge(a)/serge(b) of excitement among the children when the teacher announced that they would be taken on an excursion.

$\left(\mathrm{iii}\right)$ You must listen to the counsel(a)/council(b) of your elders lest you repent later.

$\left(\mathrm{iv}\right)$ The kind old lady took pity on the little retch(a)/wretch(b) and gave him some food and warm clothes.

In each question there are four sentences. Each sentence has a pair of homophones that are italicized and highlighted. From the italicized and highlighted pair of homophones, select the most appropriate word(s) to form correct sentences. Then from the options given choose the best one.

$\left(\mathrm{i}\right)$ Originality has always been the writer's fort(a)/forte(b); his latest novel is one of the most magnificent works of imagination.

$\left(\mathrm{ii}\right)$ The popularity of classical music gradually began to wane(a)/vane(b), at least among the younger generation.

$\left(\mathrm{iii}\right)$ The rye(a)/wry(b), sense of humour in his writing was not difficult to discern. 

$\left(\mathrm{iv}\right)$ The event provides an opportunity for the army to showcase its might(a)/mite(b).

In each of the following questions, the word at the top is used in five different ways, A to E. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE.

IMPOSE

In each of the following questions, the word at the top is used in five different ways, A to E. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE.

CHAFE

In each of the following questions, the word at the top is used in five different ways, A to E. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE.

INTIMATE

In each of the following questions, the word at the top is used in five different ways, A to E. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE.

WRENCH

In each of the following questions, the word at the top is used in five different ways, A to E. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE.

CUFF

Directions: Below is given a single word with options for its meaning in different contexts. You have to select all those options which are synonyms of the word when the context is changed. Select the correct alternative from (A), (B), (C), and (D) which represents all those synonyms.

Jejune
A. Worldly
B. Insipid
C. Heed
D. Startled