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Synonyms SSC CGL 50 MCQ SET:-2
Instruction: Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the given word.
Q1. Reproach
(A) Indulge
(B) Berate
(C) Supervise
(D) Train
Answer: Berate
Explanation: b) Reproach -To blame somebody. Indulge-To allow yourself to have or do something for pleasure. Berate-To criticize or speak in an angry manner to someone. Supervise-To watch somebody/something to make sure that work is being done properly.
Q2. Idleness
(A) Energy
(B) Industry
(C) Cheerfulness
(D) Lethargy
Answer: Lethargy
Explanation: d) Idleness -Lethargy, laziness Cheerfulness-Happiness
Q3. Deteriorate
(A) Enliven
(B) Worsen
(C) Fasten
(D) Improve
Answer: Worsen
Explanation: b) Deteriorate- To become worse. Worsen to become worse or to make something worse Enliven -Make (something) more entertaining, interesting. Fasten-To fix or tie something to something.
Q4. Despondent
(A) Energetic
(B) Neutral
(C) Cheerful
(D) Depressed
Answer: Depressed
Explanation: d) Despondent-Without hope orExpecting no improvement. Energetic-Full of energy and enthusiasm. Cheerful- Full of joy or happiness. Depressed-to be unhappy and without hope or enthusiasm.
Q5. Trust (n)
(A) Safety
(B) Welfare
(C) Belief
(D) Ability
Answer: Belief
Explanation: c) Trust -the belief that somebody is good, sincere, honest, etc. and that he/she will not trick you or try to harm you. Safety-The state of being safe or secure. Welfare-The help and care that is given to people who have problems with health, money, etc. Belief-Something you accept as true. Ability-The mental or physical power or skill that makes it possible to do something.
Q6. Alluring
(A) Deceitful
(B) Distracting
(C) Cheating
(D) Attractive
Answer: Attractive
Explanation: d) Alluring-Attractive and exciting in a way that is not easy to understand or explain. Deceitful- Dishonest Distracting-To take somebody’s attention away from something. Cheating-To deceive somebody.
Q7. Surge
(A) Hygienic
(B) Clean
(C) Smooth
(D) Rush
Answer: Rush
Explanation: d) Surge -a sudden strong movement Hygienic- clean that is place from bacteria Clean-that is not dirty Smooth- without or less friction Rush- to do quickly
Q8. Cove
(A) Pit
(B) Hollow
(C) Bay
(D) Crater
Answer: Bay
Explanation: c) Cove-A small bay. Pit-A large hole in the ground. Crater-The round hole at the top of a volcano
Q9. Resilient
(A) Baseless
(B) Lazy
(C) Furious
(D) Supple
Answer: Supple
Explanation: d) Resilient-Strong enough to deal with change. Baseless-Not based on facts or good reasons. Furious-Very angry Supple- That bends or moves easily
Q10. Occur
(A) Hinder
(B) Hasten
(C) Happen
(D) Hamper
Answer: Happen
Explanation: c) Occur-to happen, especially in a way that has not been planned Hinder- to make it more difficult for somebody/something to do something. Hasten-to be quick to do or say something Happen- to take place, usually without being planned first.(of an event or situation) Hamper-To make something difficult.
Q11. Jovial
(A) Joyous
(B) Judgmental
(C) Jealous
(D) Jeering
Answer: Joyous
Explanation: a) Jovial -Happy and friendly (used about a person) Joyous- Happy or Full of joy Judgmental- tending to form opinions too quickly, esp. when disapproving of someone or something. Jealous-Feeling angry or sad because you want to be like somebody else or because you want what somebody else has. Jeering-The action of laughing or shouting insults at someone to show you have no respect for them.
Q12. Choosy
(A) Productive
(B) Frank
(C) Tricky
(D) Selective
Answer: Selective
Explanation: d) Choosy -use for making a choice. Productive-useful (because results come from it). Frank-showing thoughts and feelings clearly. Tricky-Likely to deceive people. Selective-Intentionally choosing some things and not others.
Q13. Kit
(A) Equipment
(B) Information
(C) Element
(D) Particle
Answer: Equipment
Explanation: a) Kit-A set of tools, equipment or clothes that you need for a particular purpose, sport or activity. Equipment-The things that are needed to do a particular activity. Information-knowledge or facts Element one important part of something Particle-A very small piece.
Q14. Anodyne
(A) Harmful
(B) Benign
(C) Hostile
(D) Gigantic
Answer: Benign
Explanation: b) Anodyne- drug that relieves pain Harmful -causing harm Benign- Pleasant and kind Hostile-Having very strong feelings against somebody/something Gigantic-Extremely big
Q15. Explicit
(A) Equivocal
(B) Lucid
(C) Unintelligible
(D) Compatible
Answer: Lucid
Explanation: b) Explicit- without any confusion, lucid, clear Equivocal-to have two opposite meanings, confusing or able to be understood in two different ways. Unintelligible- Impossible to understand Compatible-Suitable to be used together.
Q16. Instigate
(A) Stagnate
(B) Kindle
(C) Instill
(D) Imbibe
Answer: Kindle
Explanation: b) Instigate- to make something start to happen. Stagnate-to stop developing, changing or being active Kindle-to start a fire or to make something start to burn Instill-to make somebody think or feel something Imbibe -to absorb something, especially information or to drink something, especially alcoholic drinks.
Q17. Quarrelsome
(A) Querulous
(B) Ambiguous
(C) Pragmatic
(D) Opaque
Answer: Querulous
Explanation: a) Quarrelsome someone who always argues with the other people. Querulous- often complaining Ambiguous- Having more than one meaning Pragmatic-based on practical judgments rather than principles. OpaqueNot transparent
Q18. Adjustment
(A) Coordinating
(B) Balancing
(C) Compromising
(D) Cooperating
Answer: Balancing
Explanation: b) Adjustment-A state of being adjusted, A small change, The ability to become more familiar with a new situation. Coordinating-To organize different things or people so that they work together. Balancing-The process of equating one thing with another. Compromising-To accept less than you want or are aiming for, especially in order to reach an agreement. Cooperating-To work together or with somebody else to achieve something.
Q19. Tarnish
(A) Damage
(B) Appease
(C) Heighten
(D) Decorate
Answer: Damage
Explanation: a) Tarnish- damage or harm done to something. Damage-physical harm that impairs the value, usefulness, or normal function of something. Appease-assuage or satisfy (a demand or a feeling). Heighten-make (something) higher. Decorate-make (something) look more attractive by adding extra items or images to it.
Q20. Pleasant
(A) Tedious
(B) Refreshing
(C) Exasperating
(D) Tiresome
Answer: Refreshing
Explanation: b) Pleasant-Giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment Tedious -boring and lasting for a long time; tiresome or monotonous. Refreshing-serving to refresh or reinvigorate someone. Exasperating-intensely irritating and frustrating. Tiresome-causing one to feel bored or annoyed.
Q21. Penury
(A) Poverty
(B) Readability
(C) Compatibility
(D) Temporality
Answer: Poverty
Explanation: a) Penury-the state of being very poor (penury ,Destitution) Compatibility-a feeling of sympathy and friendship; like-mindedness. Temporality the state of existing within or having some relationship with time.
Q22. Festivity
(A) Calibration
(B) Foundation
(C) Botheration
(D) Celebration
Answer: Celebration
Explanation: d) Festivity-the celebration of something in a joyful and exuberant way. Calibration-to determine, check, or rectify Foundation-an underlying basis or principle. Botheration-worry, difficulty ,annoying Celebration-the action of celebrating an important day or event.
Q23. Obligatory
(A) Useless
(B) Mandatory
(C) Reckless
(D) Aggressive
Answer: Mandatory
Explanation: b) Mandatory- means required by law or mandate; compulsory. Obligatory means required by a legal, moral, or another rule; compulsory. (a) Useless-not fulfilling or not expected to achieve the intended purpose or desired outcome. (c) Reckless- heedless of danger or the consequences of one’s actions; rash or impetuous. (d) Aggressive -ready or likely to attack or confront; characterized by or resulting from aggression.
Q24. Scintillating
(A) Flattering
(B) Glittering
(C) Stinging
(D) Boring
Answer: Glittering
Explanation: b) Glittering- shining with a shimmering or sparkling light. Scintillating- sparkling or shining brightly. (a) Flattering-full of praise and compliments. (c) Stinging-having a sting; (d) Boring -not interesting; tedious.
Q25. Pathetic
(A) Pitiful
(B) Dull
(C) Insignificant
(D) Curious
Answer: Pitiful
Explanation: a) Pitiful:-deserving or arousing pity. Pathetic:- arousing pity, especially through vulnerability or sadness. (b) Dull- lacking interest or excitement. (c)Insignificant: too small or unimportant to be worth consideration. (d) Curious-eager to know or learn something.
Q26. Penitence
(A) Patience
(B) Repentance
(C) Misery
(D) Admiration
Answer: Repentance
Explanation: b) Repentance- the action of repenting; sincere regret or remorse. Penitence- the action of feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong; repentance. (a) Patience-the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious. (c) Misery- a state or feeling of great physical or mental distress or discomfort. (d) Admiration- respect and warm approval.
Q27. Glorious
(A) enormous
(B) gentle
(C) unusual
(D) splendid
Answer: splendid
Explanation: d) splendid- magnificent; very impressive Glorious- having, worthy of, or bringing fame or admiration. (a) enormous- very large in size, quantity, or extent. (b) gentle-moderate in action, effect, or degree; not strong or violent.
Q28. Implore
(A) Refuse
(B) Command
(C) Plead
(D) Honour
Answer: Plead
Explanation: c) Plead-make an emotional appeal. Implore-beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something. (a) Refuse-indicate or show that one is not willing to do something. (d) Honour-high respect; great esteem.
Q29. Revere
(A) Respect
(B) Condemn
(C) Enjoy
(D) Repeat
Answer: Respect
Explanation: a) Respect : a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something Revere : feel deep respect or admiration for (something). elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements. (b) Condemn : express complete disapproval of; censure. (c) Enjoy : take delight or pleasure in (an activity or occasion). (d) Repeat: say again something one has already said.
Q30. Prevent
(A) Construct
(B) Allow
(C) Avert
(D) Provoke
Answer: Avert
Explanation: c) Avert-turn away (one’s eyes or thoughts). Prevent- keep (something) from happening. (a) Construct : build or make (something, typically a building, road, or machine). (b) Allow : let (someone) have or do something. (d) Provoke- stimulate or give rise to (a reaction or emotion, typically a strong or unwelcome one) in someone.
Q31. Acknowledgement
(A) Confusion
(B) Elimination
(C) Compensation
(D) Confirmation
Answer: Confirmation
Explanation: d) Confirmation- the action of confirming something or the state of being confirmed. Acknowledgement- acceptance of the truth or existence of something. (a) Confusion: uncertainty about what is happening, intended, or required. (b) Elimination- the complete removal or destruction of something. (c) Compensation- something, typically money, awarded to someone in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury.
Q32. Prodigal
(A) Trivial
(B) Humble
(C) Extravagant
(D) Arrogant
Answer: Extravagant
Explanation: c) Extravagant- lacking restraint in spending money or using resources. Prodigal spending money or using resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant. (a) Trivial-of little value or importance. (b) Humble: having or showing a modest or low estimate of one’s importance. (d) Arrogant: having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one’s own importance or abilities.
Q33. Fury
(A) Sin
(B) Risk
(C) anger
(D) crime
Answer: anger
Explanation: c) anger : a strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility. Fury – wild or violent anger. (a) Sin : an immoral act considered to be a transgression against divine law. (b) Risk : a situation involving exposure to danger. (d) crime : an action or omission which constitutes an offence and is punishable by law.
Q34. Solitary
(A) Singular
(B) Stubborn
(C) Splendid
(D) Sensible
Answer: Singular
Explanation: a) Singular : (of a word or form) denoting or referring to just one person or thing. Solitary : done or existing alone (b) Stubborn- having or showing dogged determination not to change one’s attitude or position on something, especially in spite of good arguments or reasons to do so. (c) Splendid magnificent; very impressive. (d) Sensible : done or chosen in accordance with wisdom or prudence; likely to be of benefit.
Q35. Expensive
(A) Mild
(B) Sober
(C) Gentle
(D) Dear
Answer: Dear
Explanation: d) Dear expensive : costing a lot of money. (a) Mild : not severe, serious, or harsh. (b) Sober: not affected by alcohol; not drunk. (c) Gentle : having or showing a mild, kind, or tender temperament or character.
Q36. Retain
(A) Convoy
(B) Maintain
(C) Destroy
(D) Gain
Answer: Maintain
Explanation: b) Maintain : cause or enable (a condition or situation) to continue. Retain- continue to have (something); keep possession of. (a) Convoy- a group of ships or vehicles travelling together, typically one accompanied by armed troops, warships, or other vehicles for protection. (c) Destroy : end the existence of (something) by damaging or attacking it. (d) Gain : obtain or secure (something wanted or desirable).
Q37. Erudite
(A) Fashionable
(B) Illiterate
(C) Strong
(D) Learned
Answer: Learned
Explanation: d) Erudite – having or showing great knowledge or learning. (a) Fashionable : characteristic of, influenced by, or representing a current popular style. (b) Illiterate- unable to read or write. (c) Strong : having the power to move heavy weights or perform other physically demanding tasks. (d) Learned : (of a person) having acquired much knowledge through study.
Q38. Violent
(A) Kind
(B) Calm
(C) Mild
(D) Aggressive
Answer: Aggressive
Explanation: d) Aggressive : ready or likely to attack or confront; characterized by or resulting from aggression. Violent : using or involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill someone or something. (a) Kind : a group of people or things having similar characteristics. (b) Calm : not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions. (c) Mild : not severe, serious, or harsh.
Q39. Catastrophic
(A) Mysterious
(B) Delicate
(C) Disastrous
(D) Tough
Answer: Disastrous
Explanation: c) Disastrous-causing great damage. Catastrophic-involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering. (a) Mysterious-difficult or impossible to understand, explain, or identify. (b) Delicate-very fine in texture or structure (d) Tough- strong enough to withstand adverse conditions or rough handling.
Q40. Deficiency
(A) Abundance
(B) Efficiency
(C) Inadequacy
(D) Sufficiency
Answer: Inadequacy
Explanation: c) Inadequacy- lack of the quantity or quality required. Deficiency-a lack or shortage. (a) Abundance-a very large quantity of something. (b) Efficiency-the state or quality of being efficient. (d) Sufficiency-the condition or quality of being adequate or sufficient.
Q41. Preferred
(A) Compared
(B) Adored
(C) Feared
(D) Favoured
Answer: Favoured
Explanation: d)Favoured – preferred or recommended -Preferred-tend to choose/ submit a change for consideration. (a) Compared-estimate, measure, or note the similarity or dissimilarity between. (b) Adored-love and respect (someone) deeply. (c) Feared-be afraid of
Q42. Ovation
(A) Preparation
(B) Creation
(C) Applause
(D) Censure
Answer: Applause
Explanation: c) Applause -approval or praise expressed by clapping. Ovation-a sustained and enthusiastic show of appreciation from an audience, especially by means of applause. (a) Preparation- the action or process of preparing or being prepared for use or consideration. (b) Creation- the action or process of bringing something into existence (d) Censure- express severe disapproval of
Q43. Cordial
(A) cold
(B) rude
(C) warm
(D) hard
Answer: warm
Explanation: c) Cordial- warm and friendly
Q44. Disheartened
(A) disgraced
(B) depressed
(C) disgusted
(D) disliked
Answer: depressed
Explanation: b) depressed- in a state of unhappiness or despondency. Disheartened-having lost determination or confidence; (a) disgraced-having fallen from favour or a position of power or honour; discredited. (c) disgusted-feeling or expressing revulsion or strong disapproval.
Q45. Repercussion
(A) Rearrangement
(B) Recollection
(C) Reaction
(D) Reminder
Answer: Reaction
Explanation: c) Reaction-something done, felt, or thought in response to a situation or event. Repercussion- an unintended consequence of an event or action, especially an unwelcome one. (b)Recollection-the action or faculty of remembering or recollecting something (d)Reminder-something that makes you remember something
Q46. Juvenile
(A) Mature
(B) Insane
(C) Wise
(D) Childish
Answer: Childish
Explanation: d) Childish-silly and immature. Juvenile- for or relating to young people. (a) Mature- fully developed physically; full-grown (b) Insane- in a state of mind which prevents normal perception, behaviour, or social interaction; seriously mentally ill. (c) Wise-having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgement.
Q47. Sacred
(A) Precious
(B) Valued
(C) Holy
(D) Scarce
Answer: Holy
Explanation: c) Sacred-connected with God or a god or dedicated to a religious purpose and so deserving veneration. (a) Precious-of great value; not to be wasted or treated carelessly. (b) Valued : considered to be important or beneficial; cherished. (c) Holy:dedicated or consecrated to God or a religious purpose; sacred. (d) Scarce:(especially of food, money, or some other resource) insufficient for the demand.
Q48. Weary
(A) Restless
(B) Touchy
(C) Lively
(D) Exhausted
Answer: Exhausted
Explanation: d) Weary-feeling or showing extreme tiredness, especially as a result of excessive exertion. (a) Restless-unable to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or boredom. (b) Touchy:easily upset or offended; oversensitive. (c) Lively:full of life and energy; active and outgoing. (d) Exhausted :very tired.
Q49. Affluent
(A) Prosperous
(B) Prosperous
(C) Hostile
(D) Impoverished
Answer: Prosperous
Explanation: a) Prosperous-successful in material terms; flourishing financially. Affluent-having a great deal of money; wealthy (b) Authentic- genuine. (c) Hostile-showing or feeling opposition or dislike; unfriendly. (d) Impoverished-deprived of strength or vitality.
Q50. Accurate
(A) Erroneous
(B) Compact
(C) Precise
(D) Capable
Answer: Precise
Explanation: c) Precise-marked by exactness and accuracy of expression or detail.-Accurate (a) Erroneous- wrong; incorrect. (b) Compact-closely and neatly packed together; dense.