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Synonyms SSC CHSL 50 MCQ SET:-3
Instruction: Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the given word.
Q1. Temperate
(A) tentative
(B) moderate
(C) extreme
(D) temporary
Answer: moderate
Explanation: b)moderate Temperate- showing moderation or self-restraint. (a)tentative not certain or fixed; provisional. (c)extreme-reaching a high or the highest degree; very great (d)temporary- lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent
Q2. Defiance
(A) resistance
(B) pretence
(C) assistance
(D) deference
Answer: resistance
Explanation: a)resistance- the refusal to accept or comply with something. Defiance -open resistance; bold disobedience. (b)pretence-an attempt to make something that is not the case appear true. (c)assistance-the action of helping someone by sharing work (d)deference( polite submission and respect.
Q3. Reprimand
(A) reproach
(B) reward
(C) eradicate
(D) applaud
Answer: reproach
Explanation: a)reproach Reprimand -a formal expression of disapproval. (b)reward-a thing given in recognition of service, effort, or achievement (c)eradicate put to an end (d)applaud show approval or praise by clapping.
Q4. Sordid
(A) dirty
(B) solid
(C) clean
(D) pure
Answer: dirty
Explanation: a) dirty Sordid-dirty or squalid.
Q5. Resolute
(A) unsure
(B) determined
(C) uncertain
(D) hesitant
Answer: determined
Explanation: b) determined-having made a firm decision and being resolved not to change it. Resolute admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering. (a) unsure- not feeling, showing, or done with confidence and certainty. (c) uncertain- not able to be relied on; not known or definite. (d) hesitant-tentative, unsure, or slow in acting or speaking.
Q6. Intrepid
(A) gallant
(B) cowardly
(C) insecure
(D) invisible
Answer: gallant
Explanation: a) gallant- brave; heroic. Intrepid -fearless; adventurous (b) cowardly- lacking courage (c) insecure-not sufficiently protected; easily broken into. (d) invisible-unable to be seen
Q7. Pitfall
(A) haven
(B) retreat
(C) refuge
(D) hazard
Answer: hazard
Explanation: d) hazards danger or risk. Pitfall -a hidden or unsuspected danger or difficulty. (a) haven-a place of safety or refuge. (b) retreat -withdraw from enemy forces as a result of their superior power or after a defeat. (c) refugee place or situation providing safety or shelter.
Q8. Vital
(A) trivial
(B) essential
(C) insignificant
(D) needless
Answer: essential
Explanation: b) essential Vital-absolutely necessary; essential. (a) trivial- of little value or importance. (d) needless)-(of something undesirable) not necessary because avoidable
Q9. Discover
(A) neglect
(B) find
(C) hide
(D) ignore
Answer: find
Explanation: b) find Discover- find unexpectedly or during a search. (a) neglect- not pay proper attention to; disregard. (d) ignore-fail to consider (something significant).
Q10. Ignominious
(A) wonderful
(B) disgraceful
(C) innocuous
(D) generous
Answer: disgraceful
Explanation: b) disgraceful- shockingly unacceptable. Ignominious-deserving or causing public disgrace or shame. -deserving or causing public disgrace or shame. (a) wonderful-inspiring delight, pleasure, or admiration; extremely good; marvellous. (c) innocuous- -not harmful or offensive. (d) generous- -showing kindness towards others.
Q11. Quest
(A) search
(B) path
(C) destination
(D) route
Answer: search
Explanation: a) search Quest- -a long or arduous search for something. (c)destination–the place to which someone or something is going or being sent.
Q12. Orthodox
(A) civilized
(B) habitual
(C) traditional
(D) deliberate
Answer: traditional
Explanation: c)traditional- Orthodox- -following the traditional rules of a religion, philosophy, or practice. (a)civilized-polite and well-mannered. (b)habitual -done constantly or as a habit. (d)deliberate–done consciously and intentionally.
Q13. Ideology
(A) contract
(B) belief
(C) mark
(D) recognition
Answer: belief
Explanation: b) belief Ideology-the set of beliefs characteristic of a social group or individual. (a) contract -a written or spoken agreement (d) recognition-formal acknowledgement Or identification of someone /something
Q14. Meddle
(A) manage
(B) interfere
(C) repair
(D) elaborate
Answer: interfere
Explanation: b) interfere Meddle( -interfere in something that is not one’s concern. (a) manage-be in charge of (a business, organization, or undertaking); run (c) repair-restore (something damaged, faulty, or worn) to a good condition (d) elaborate- lengthy and exaggerated
Q15. Anomalous
(A) indirect
(B) common
(C) unhealthy
(D) peculiar
Answer: peculiar
Explanation: d) peculiar-strange/particular; special. Anomalous–deviating from what is standard, normal, or expected. (a) indirect-not directly caused by or resulting from something. (b) common-occurring, found, or done often; prevalent (c) unhealthy- not having or showing good health.
Q16. Fleeting
(A) complete
(B) momentary
(C) ready
(D) lasting
Answer: momentary
Explanation: b) momentary- -lasting for a very short time; brief. Fleeting -lasting for a very short time. (d) lasting( enduring or able to endure over a long period of time.
Q17. Identical
(A) similar
(B) legible
(C) detailed
(D) perfect
Answer: similar
Explanation: a) similar Identical-similar in every detail; exactly alike (b) legible-clear enough to read. (c) detailed- having many details or facts; showing attention to detail. (d) perfect-free from any flaw or defect in condition or quality; faultless
Q18. Ostentatious
(A) distinct
(B) complete
(C) flashy
(D) trusted
Answer: flashy
Explanation: c)flashy-ostentatiously attractive or impressive. Ostentatious-showy; designed to impress. (a) distinct-recognizably different in nature from something else of a similar type. (d) trusted-believe in the reliability, truth, or ability of.
Q19. Recapitulation
(A) summary
(B) movement
(C) prominence
(D) readiness
Answer: summary
Explanation: a) Recapitulation- -an act or instance of summarizing (b) movement- -a change or development. (c) prominence) -the state of being important, famous, or noticeable. (d) readiness- -the state of being fully prepared for something.
Q20. Radiance
(A) depth
(B) dryness
(C) sparkle
(D) redness
Answer: sparkle
Explanation: c) Radiance- -a glowing quality of the skin, especially as indicative of good health or youth. (a) depth-the distance from the top or surface to the bottom of something. (b) dryness- -absence or lack of moisture or liquid. (d) redness) -the quality or state of being red or reddish.
Q21. Wary
(A) rash
(B) inattentive
(C) lax
(D) alert
Answer: alert
Explanation: d) Wary -feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems. (a) rash- -acting or done without carefulness (b) inattentive- -not paying attention to something. (c) lax) -not sufficiently strict, severe, or careful.
Q22. Recede
(A) increase
(B) intensify
(C) waver
(D) wane
Answer: wane
Explanation: d) Recede -go or move back or further away from a previous position. (a) increase((b) intensify- -become or make it more intense. (c) waver) -move in a quivering way; flicker.
Q23. Accurate
(A) real
(B) sincere
(C) precise
(D) Genuine
Answer: precise
Explanation: c) Accurate- -correct in all details; exact. (b) sincere- -genuine feelings. (d) Genuine- -truly what something is said to be; authentic.
Q24. Dedication
(A) contentment
(B) trepidation
(C) determinatio
(D) commitment
Answer: commitment
Explanation: d) commitment- -the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, etc. Dedication- -the quality of being dedicated or committed to a task or purpose. (a) contentment- -a state of happiness and satisfaction (b) trepidation) -a feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen. (c) determination– the quality of being determined; firmness of purpose.
Q25. Miniature
(A) diminutive
(B) mammoth
(C) colossal
(D) gigantic
Answer: diminutive
Explanation: a) diminutive– extremely or unusually small. Miniature- -very small of its kind. (b) mammoth-huge. (c) colossal – extremely large or great. (d) gigantic–of very great size or extent; huge or enormous
Q26. Camouflage
(A) exhibit
(B) disguise
(C) divulge
(D) expose
Answer: disguise
Explanation: b) disguise Camouflage- the disguising of military personnel, equipment, and installations by painting or covering them to make them blend in with their surroundings. (a) exhibit–publicly display (c) divulge- -make known (d) expose-make (something) visible by uncovering it.
Q27. Climax
(A) preface
(B) epilogue
(C) culmination
(D) prologue
Answer: culmination
Explanation: c) culmination -the highest or climactic point of something Climax -the most exciting, or important point of something; the culmination. (a) preface -an introduction to a book, typically stating its subject, scope, or aims. (b) epilogue -a section or speech at the end of a book (d) prologue- preface
Q28. Manual
(A) dictionary
(B) thesaurus
(C) directory
(D) handbook
Answer: handbook
Explanation: d) handbook- a book giving information such as facts on a particular subject or instructions for operating a machine Manual( -a handbook giving instructions or information. (a) dictionary-a reference book on a particular subject, the items of which are typically arranged in alphabetical order. (b) thesaurus( a book that lists words in groups of synonyms and related concepts. (c) directorya book or website listing individuals or organizations alphabetically or thematically with details such as names, addresses, and phone numbers.
Q29. Coerce
(A) enchant
(B) pressurize
(C) cajole
(D) leave
Answer: pressurize
Explanation: b) pressurize Coerce-persuade (an unwilling person) to do something by using force or threats. (a) enchant-fill (someone) with great delight; charm. (c) cajole -persuade (someone) to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery. (d) leave- go away from
Q30. Chronic
(A) ordinary
(B) persistent
(C) common
(D) temporary
Answer: persistent
Explanation: b) persistent Chronic means -persisting for a long time or constantly recurring (a) ordinary-with no special or distinctive features; normal. (d) temporary -lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent.
Q31. Garrulous
(A) guttural
(B) throaty
(C) concise
(D) talkative
Answer: talkative
Explanation: d) talkative Garrulous means-excessively talkative(a) guttural -produced in the throat; harsh-sounding (b) throaty- deep and husky (c) concise- brief but comprehensive
Q32. Tilt
(A) slant
(B) straighten
(C) cross
(D) support
Answer: slant
Explanation: a) slant-slope or lean in a particular direction; diverge or cause to diverge from the vertical or horizontal Tilt-slant- (b) straighten-make or become straight
Q33. Inept
(A) capable
(B) fit
(C) strong
(D) clumsy
Answer: clumsy
Explanation: d) clumsy-lacking social skills; tactless Inept means- clumsy -having or showing no skill; (a) capable -having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve a specified thing.
Q34. Inarticulate
(A) fluent
(B) inevitable
(C) eloquent
(D) incoherent
Answer: incoherent
Explanation: d) incoherent-expressed in an incomprehensible or confusing way; unclear Inarticulate means- unable to express one’s ideas or feelings clearly or easily./not clearly expressed or pronounced. Incoherent) means expressed in an incomprehensible or confusing way; unclear. (a) fluent) -able to express oneself easily and articulately. (b) inevitable -certain to happen; unavoidable. (c) eloquent-fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.
Q35. Indelible
(A) Illegal
(B) Illegible
(C) Inerasable
(D) Ineffective
Answer: Inerasable
Explanation: c) Inerasable-incapable of being erased Indelible means-(of ink or a pen) making marks that cannot be removed. (a) Illegal-contrary to or forbidden by law, especially criminal law. (b) Illegible not clear enough to be read. (d) Ineffective-not producing any significant or desired effect.
Q36. Triumph
(A) Fight
(B) Victory
(C) Attack
(D) Peace
Answer: Victory
Explanation: b) Victory-an act of defeating an enemy or opponent in a battle, game, or other competition Triumph means a great victory or achievement
Q37. Entice
(A) ensue
(B) entail
(C) enrage
(D) entrap
Answer: entrap
Explanation: d) entrap-catch in or as in a trap Entice means -attract or tempt by offering pleasure or advantage. (a) ensue -happen or occur afterwards or as a result. (b) entail -involve (something) as a necessary or inevitable part or consequence. (c) enrage- make (someone) very angry
Q38. Dubious
(A) certain
(B) fishy
(C) loyal
(D) steady
Answer: fishy
Explanation: b) fishy means arousing feelings of doubt or suspicion. Dubious means -hesitating or doubting (a) certain- able to be firmly relied on to happen or be the case. (c) loyal -giving or showing firm and constant support or allegiance to a person or institution. (d) steady- firmly fixed, supported, or balanced; not shaking or moving
Q39. Drag
(A) rush
(B) pull
(C) push
(D) rest
Answer: pull
Explanation: b) pull-to use force to move somebody/something towards yourself Drag- to pull somebody/something along with difficulty (a) rush means move with urgent haste (c) push-.to use force to move somebody/something forward or away from you (d) rest-to relax, sleep or stop after a period of activity or because of illness
Q40. Engulf
(A) encroach
(B) enshrine
(C) entangle
(D) envelop
Answer: envelop
Explanation: d) envelope means -wrap up, cover, or surround completely. Engulf means-sweep over (something) so as to surround or cover it completely. (a) encroach-to use more of something than you should (b) enshrine-place (a revered or precious object) in an appropriate receptacle (c) entangle(cause to become twisted together with or caught in)
Q41. Lethal
(A) harmless
(B) healthy
(C) fatal
(D) strong
Answer: fatal
Explanation: c) fatal(sufficient to cause death.) Lethal means fatal(a) harmless-not able or likely to cause harm (b) healthy-in a good physical or mental condition; in good health (d) strong-having the power to move heavy weights or perform other physically demanding tasks
Q42. Prevalent
(A) unusual
(B) common
(C) rare
(D) different
Answer: common
Explanation: b) common-occurring, found, or done often; prevalent Prevalent means -widespread in a particular area or at a particular time. (a) unusual- not habitually or commonly occurring or done (c) rare-(of an event, situation, or condition) not occurring very often (d) different-not the same as another or each other; unlike in nature, form, or quality
Q43. Rampant
(A) excessive
(B) limited
(C) rare
(D) gentle
Answer: excessive
Explanation: a) excessive-more than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate Rampant means-flourishing or spreading unchecked (b) limited- restricted in size, amount, or extent; few, small, or shor (d) gentle-having or showing a mild, kind, or tender temperament or character.
Q44. Exempt
(A) hinder
(B) exclude
(C) reduce
(D) prevent
Answer: exclude
Explanation: b) exclude Exempt means-free from an obligation or liability imposed on others. (a) hinder-make it difficult for (someone) to do something or for (something) to happen. (c) reduce- make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size (d) prevent-keep (something) from happening
Q45. Reticent
(A) silent
(B) garrulous
(C) extrovert
(D) confident
Answer: silent
Explanation: a) silent-not making or accompanied by any sound Reticent means-. ( not revealing one’s thoughts or feelings readily) (b) garrulous-excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters (c) extrovert- outgoing, socially confident person
Q46. Fury
(A) sorrow
(B) anger
(C) cruelty
(D) fright
Answer: anger
Explanation: b) anger-a strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility. Fury- wild anger (a) sorrow-a feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune suffered by oneself or others (c) cruelty-cruel behaviour or attitudes (d) fright-a sudden intense feeling of fear
Q47. Precarious
(A) abundant
(B) dangerous
(C) valuable
(D) premature
Answer: dangerous
Explanation: b) dangerous-able or likely to cause harm or injury Precarious means not secure- (a)abundant- existing or available in large quantities; plentiful. (c) valuable- worth a great deal of money (d) premature- occurring or done before the usual or proper time; too early.
Q48. Sterile
(A) pure
(B) productive
(C) barren
(D) sordid
Answer: barren
Explanation: c) barren- (of a tree or plant) not producing fruit or seed Sterile means-(of a plant) not able to produce fruit or seeds/ barren (b) productive-producing or able to produce large amounts of goods, crops, or other commodities (d) sordid-involving immoral or dishonourable actions and motives; arousing moral distaste and contempt.
Q49. Pensive
(A) spontaneous
(B) spiteful
(C) reflective
(D) tragic
Answer: reflective
Explanation: c) reflective-relating to or characterized by deep thought; thoughtful. PENSIVE-engaged in, involving, or reflecting deep or serious thought. (a)spontaneous-performed or occurring as a result of a sudden impulse or inclination and without premeditation or external stimulus. (b) spiteful-showing or caused by malice. (d) tragic-causing or characterized by extreme distress or sorrow.
Q50. Vindictive
(A) watchful
(B) revengeful
(C) forceful
(D) helpful
Answer: revengeful
Explanation: b) revengeful-eager for revenge. Vindictive-having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge (a) watchful-watching someone or something closely; alert and vigilant. (c) forceful-strong and assertive; vigorous and powerful.