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Exercise
Section 1
In the following questions choose the word which is the exact OPPOSITE of the
given words.
1. ENORMOUS
A. Soft B. Average
C. Tiny D. Weak
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
2. COMMISSIONED
A. Started B. Closed
C. Finished D. Terminated
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
3. ARTIFICIAL
A. Red B. Natural
C. Truthful D. Solid
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
4. EXODUS
A. Influx B. Home-coming
C. Return D. Restoration
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
5. RELINQUISH
A. Abdicate B. Renounce
C. Posses D. Deny
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
6. EXPAND
A. Convert B. Condense
C. Congest D. Conclude
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
7. MORTAL
A. Divine B. Immortal
C. Spiritual D. Eternal
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
8. QUIESCENT
A. ACTIVE B. Dormant
C. Weak D. Unconcerned
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. Ordering B. Following
C. Refusing D. Contradicting
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
10. FRAUDULENT
A. Candid B. Direct
C. Forthright D. Genuine
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
11. FLAGITIOUS
A. Innocent B. Vapid
C. Ignorant D. Frivolous
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
12. BELITTLE
A. Criticize B. Flatter
C. Exaggerate D. Adore
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Definition: detract
Synonyms: bad-mouth, blister, criticize, cut down to size, cut to the quick, decry, deprecate,
depreciate, deride, derogate, diminish, discount, discredit, disparage, dispraise, downgrade,
downplay, dump on, knock*, lower, minimize, pan, pooh pooh, poor mouth, put down, rip*, roast,
run down, scoff at, scorch*, scorn, shoot down, shoot full of holes, slam*, smear, sneer at, sour
grapes, squash, squelch, take a swipe at, take down, take down a peg, tear down, underestimate,
underrate, undervalue, write off.
13. STARTLED
A. Amused B. Relaxed
C. Endless D. Astonished
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
14. BUSY
A. Occupied B. Engrossed
C. Relaxed D. Engaged
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
15. FRESH
A. Faulty B. Sluggish
C. Disgraceful D. Stale
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
16. CULPABLE
A. Defendable B. Blameless
C. Careless D. Irresponsible
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. Free B. Honest
C. Liberal D. Frank
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
18. GREGARIOUS
A. Antisocial B. Glorious
C. Horrendous D. Similar
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
19. AWARE
A. Uncertain B. Ignorant
C. Sure D. Doubtful
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
20. HIRSUTE
A. Scaly B. Bald
C. Erudite D. Quiet
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
21. SHRINK
A. Contract B. Spoil
C. Expand D. Stretch
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
22. COMMON
A. Rare B. Small
C. Petty D. Poor
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
23. COMFORT
A. Uncomfort B. Miscomfort
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
24. DEAR
A. Priceless B. Free
C. Worthless D. Cheap
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
A. Humble B. Cowardly
C. Egotistic D. Gentlemanly
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
26. VICTORIOUS
A. Defeated B. Annexed
C. Destroyed D. Vanquished
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
27. GRACEFUL
A. Rough B. Expert
C. Miserable D. Awkward
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
28. NADIR
A. Modernity B. Zenith
C. Liberty D. Progress
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
29. EXTRAVAGANCE
A. Luxury B. Poverty
C. Economical D. Cheapness
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
unreasonable, unrestrained
30. PERTINENT
A. Irrational B. Irregular
C. Insistent D. Irrelevant
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
31. OBSCURE
A. Implicit B. Obnoxious
C. Explicit D. Pedantic
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
32. URBANE
A. Illiterate B. Backward
C. Discourteous D. Orthodox
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. Pride B. Humility
C. Conceit D. Ostentious
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
34. RARELY
A. Hardly B. Definately
C. Frequently D. Periodically
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
35. MALICIOUS
A. Kind B. Boastful
C. Generous D. Indifferent
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
36. EPILOGUE
A. Dialogue B. Prelude
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
37. CAPACIOUS
A. Limited B. Caring
C. Foolish D. Changeable
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
38. CONDENSE
A. Expand B. Distribute
C. Interpret D. Lengthen
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
39. ADAPTABLE
A. Adoptable B. Flexible
C. Yielding D. Rigid
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
40. SACROSANCT
A. Irreligious B. Unethical
C. Irreverent D. Unholy
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
A. Reliable B. Honest
C. Prudent D. Stupid
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
42. FAMILIAR
A. Unpleasant B. Dangerous
C. Friendly D. Strange
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
43. TANGIBLE
A. Ethereal B. Concrete
C. Actual D. Solid
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
44. LOVE
A. Villainy B. Hatred
C. Compulsion D. Force
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
45. FAMOUS
A. Disgraced B. Unknown
C. Evil D. Popular
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
46. ABSOLUTE
A. Deficient B. Faulty
C. Limited D. Scarce
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Word: absolute
Synonyms: complete, consummate, downright, entire, flat out, free, full, infinite, no catch, no fine
print, no holds barred, no ifs ands or buts, no joke, no strings attached, outright, plenary, pure,
sheer, simple, straight out, supreme, thorough, total, unabridged, unadulterated, unconditional,
unlimited, unqualified, unrestricted, utter
47. FRUGAL
A. Copious B. Extravagant
C. Generous D. Ostentatious
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
48. INSIPID
A. Tasty B. Stupid
C. Discreet D. Feast
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. Disable B. Inable
C. Unable D. Misable
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
50. HOSTILITY
A. Courtesy B. Hospitality
C. Relationship D. Friendliness
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
51. CROWDED
A. Busy B. Congested
C. Quiet D. Deserted
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
52. COMIC
A. Emotional B. Tragic
C. Fearful D. Painful
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
53. HAPLESS
A. Cheerful B. Consistent
C. Fortunate D. Shapely
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
54. FLIMSY
A. Frail B. Filthy
C. Firm D. Flippant
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
55. EQUANIMITY
A. Resentment B. Dubiousness
C. Duplicity D. Excitement
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
56. ADDITION
A. Division B. Enumeration
C. Subtraction D. Multiplication
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. Acme B. Top
C. Nadir D. Pinnacle
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
58. DOUBTFUL
A. Famous B. Certain
C. Fixed D. Important
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
59. PERENNIAL
A. Frequent B. Regular
C. Lasting D. Rare
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
60. BENIGN
A. Malevolent B. Soft
C. Friendly D. Unwise
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
61. HINDRANCE
A. Aid B. Persuasion
C. Cooperation D. Agreement
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
62. EXTRICATE
A. Manifest B. Palpable
C. Release D. Entangle
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
63. REPRESS
A. Inhibit B. Liberate
C. Curb D. Quell
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
64. ACQUITTED
A. Freed B. Burdened
C. Convicted D. Entrusted
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. Vocation B. Pacification
C. Peace D. Destruction
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
66. SUBSERVIENT
A. Aggressive B. Straightforward
C. Dignified D. Supercilious
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
67. LEND
A. Borrow B. Cheat
C. Pawn D. Hire
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
68. FAINT-HEARTED
A. Warm-hearted B. Full-blooded
C. Hot-blooded D. Stout-hearted
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
69. REMISS
A. Forgetful B. Watchful
C. Dutiful D. Harmful
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
70. TRANSPARENT
A. Semi-transparent B. Muddy
C. Opaque D. Dark
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
71. HONORARY
A. Dishonorable B. Reputed
C. Paid D. Official
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
72. METICULOUS
A. Mutual B. Shaggy
C. Meretricious D. Slovenly
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
A. Reticent B. Talkative
C. Garrulous D. Verbose
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
74. CONFESS
A. Deny B. Refuse
C. Contest D. Contend
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
75. ANNOY
A. Praise B. Rejoice
C. Please D. Reward
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
76. REPEL
A. Attend B. Concentrate
C. Continue D. Attract
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
77. SUPPRESS
A. Encourage B. Allow
C. Praise D. Permit
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
78. NIGGARDLY
A. Frugal B. Thrifty
C. Stingy D. Generous
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
79. IMPASSE
A. Resurgence B. Breakthrough
C. Continuation D. Combination
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
80. HAPHAZARD
A. Fortuitous B. Indifferent
C. Deliberate D. Accidental
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. Rarity B. Intelligence
C. Clarity D. Brightness
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
82. ADHERENT
A. Detractor B. Enemy
C. Alien D. Rival
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
83. BASE
A. Climax B. Height
C. Top D. Roof
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
84. PATCHY
A. Attractive B. Uniform
C. Simple D. Clear
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
85. ENMITY
A. Important B. Unnecessary
C. Friendship D. Likeness
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
86. HOLLOW
A. Filled B. Solid
C. Strong D. Substantial
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Synonyms: alveolate, arched, carved out, cavernous, cleft, concave, cup-shaped, cupped, curved,
deep-set, depressed, dimpled, excavated, incurved, indented, infundibular, not solid, notched,
pitted, striated, sunken, troughlike, unfilled, vacant, vaulted, void
87. VALUABLE
A. Invaluable B. Worthless
C. Inferior D. Lowly
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
88. GULLIBLE
A. Incredulous B. Fickle
C. Easy D. Stylish
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. Indifferent B. Indolent
C. Casual D. Passive
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
90. AUTONOMY
A. Slavery B. Subordination
C. Dependence D. Submissiveness
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
91. ALIEN
A. Native B. Domiciled
C. Natural D. Resident
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
92. SYNTHETIC
A. Affable B. Natural
C. Plastic D. Cosmetic
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
93. BALANCE
A. Disbalance B. Misbalance
C. Debalance D. Imbalance
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
94. LIABILITY
A. Property B. Assets
C. Debt D. Treasure
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
95. MOUNTAIN
A. Plain B. Plateau
C. Precipice D. Valley
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
96. STATIONARY
A. Active B. Mobile
C. Rapid D. Busy
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. Object B. Refuse
C. Grant D. Accede
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
98. VIOLENT
A. Humble B. Harmless
C. Gentle D. Tame
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
99. VIRTUOUS
A. Wicked B. Corrupt
C. Vicious D. Scandalous
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
100. GAIN
A. Loose B. Fall
C. Lost D. Lose
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
101. PRELIMINARY
A. Final B. First
C. Secondary D. Initial
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
102. DEFIANCE
A. Anxiety B. Obedience
C. Suspicion D. Dismay
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
103. ENCOURAGE
A. Dampen B. Disapprove
C. Discourage D. Warn
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
104. LUCID
A. Glory B. Noisy
C. Obscure D. Distinct
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. General B. Vehement
C. Lenient D. Magnanimous
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
106. MINOR
A. Big B. Major
C. Tall D. Heavy
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
107. REVEALED
A. Denied B. Concealed
C. Ignored D. Overlooked
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
108. ESSENTIAL
A. Extra B. Noughts
C. Minors D. Trivial
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
109. HYPOCRITICAL
A. Gentle B. Sincere
C. Amiable D. Dependable
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
110. FICKLE
A. Courageous B. Sincere
C. Steadfast D. Humble
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
SECTION-2
A. shines B. lacks
C. suffices D. fails
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. civilized B. cruel
C. uncivilized D. bad
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. impractical B. impossible
C. difficult D. impracticable
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. vainglorious B. indignant
C. triumphant D. disturbed
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. unsuitability B. cheapness
C. impropriety D. impracticability
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
A. intermittent B. harsh
C. soft D. constant
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. invasion B. entry
C. immigration D. expulsion
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. fight B. accept
C. welcome D. repel
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
9. Because of the economy drive, they very unwillingly surrendered some superfluousposts.
A. important B. relevant
C. significant D. essential
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
10. The young leader was reluctant to shoulder the responsibilities of ministerial office.
A. wanting B. willing
C. anxious D. eager
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. healthy B. respectful
C. inadequate D. smooth
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
12. This new magazine is know for its comprehensive coverage of news.
A. casual B. inadequate
C. indifferent D. superficial
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
A. easy B. possible
C. feasible D. alternate
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
14. The managing director remarked that the secretary was an asset to the company.
A. loss B. liability
C. drag D. handicap
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
15. You can hardly find any trace of humility in the man.
A. pride B. insolence
C. arrogance D. conceit
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. retaliatory B. perfunctory
C. conciliatory D. circuitous
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. despondency B. misery
C. disappointment D. despair
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
A. postpone B. defer
C. adjourn D. delay
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
A. dull B. weak
C. ignorant D. simple
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. admire B. respect
C. applaud D. appreciate
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. lively B. argumentative
C. loud D. curious
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. discarding B. boarding
C. collecting D. saving
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
A. unusual B. front
C. upper D. back
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
24. His critics found in the overt statements some hidden design.
A. converse B. pervert
C. covert D. contrived
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. indifference B. calmness
C. despair D. passiveness
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. revolutionary B. retrograde
C. brave D. outmoded
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
27. Everything about him, especially his talkative nature, proclaims his effeminacy.
A. aggressiveness B. attractiveness
C. manliness D. boorishness
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. sincerity B. animosity
C. curiosity D. prosperity
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
A. a complete B. a preplanned
C. a permanent D. a proscribed
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. confused B. closed
C. started D. complicated
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. heavy B. unsavory
C. tasty D. nice
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
32. There was something strange and morbid about the whole house.
A. healthy B. cheerful
C. insipid D. appealing
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
33. The leader was pragmatic in his approach to the problem facing the country.
A. indefinite B. vague
C. idealistic D. optimistic
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
34. Many people suffer setbacks in their career because of their inherent levity.
A. seriousness B. solemnity
C. religiosity D. gravity
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
35. The moment when jadish got order of promotion, as General Manager, was amemorable occasion
for him and his family.
A. passing B. immemorial
C. forgetful D. innocuous
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. grandeur B. arrogance
C. friendliness D. decency
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. eagerness B. weakness
C. indifference D. softness
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. courteous B. flexible
C. soft D. lively
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. planned B. excellent
C. extraordinary D. designed
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. supported B. encouraged
C. pleased D. saved
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. clarity B. precision
C. definiteness D. specificity
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. regressive B. obstructive
C. retrograde D. abhorrent
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. fat B. belligerent
C. garrulous D. gaunt
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
44. His vindictive nature often came up for comment among his friends.
A. forgetful B. forgiving
C. obedient D. timid
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
45. The minister gave a public speech on the controversial subject to precipitate the matter.
A. aggravate B. create
C. defer D. push
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. clarity B. certainty
C. rationality D. perversity
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
47. In ancient India, scholars had no interest in political power or material growth.
A. internal B. spiritual
C. psychic D. celestial
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. pleasant B. encouraging
C. auspicious D. favorable
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
49. Like poverty, affluence can sometimes create its own problems.
A. indigence B. opulence
C. sorrow D. exuberance
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
50. The atmosphere in the institute he had newly joined congenial to research.
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. continuous B. fabulous
C. hard D. adequate
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
52. His short but pointed speech was applauded by all sections of the audience.
A. disapproved B. misunderstood
C. praised D. welcomed
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. succeeding B. proceeding
C. preceding D. receding
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. mysterious B. difficult
C. profound D. mystical
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
55. The chairman rebuked the accounts for not supervising officer for not supervising the work of his
subordinates.
A. received B. awarded
C. invited D. praised
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
A. permanent B. beneficial
C. parochial D. dangerous
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. supervise B. slacken
C. control D. check
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
58. The commission took two years to go through the massive collection of files and documents
before preparing its report.
A. meager B. heavy
C. light D. short
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. shortsighted B. reckless
C. inconsiderate D. injudicious
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
60. According to a great philosopher magnanimity in a man implies many other qualities.
A. enmity B. meanness
C. jealousy D. poverty
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. inevident B. inefficient
C. ineligible D. uncertain
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. strengthens B. opposes
C. contradicts D. verifies
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
63. The actor is well known both for his humility and courage.
A. pride B. determination
C. honesty D. gentleness
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
64. The General Manager is quite tactful and handles the workers union very effectively.
A. disciplined B. naive
C. strict D. loose
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A. intentional B. conventional
C. usual D. permissible
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A. neglected B. regenerated
C. renovated D. furnished
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A. helpful B. understanding
C. quiet D. hostile
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
68. In the interest of one's own reputation one should avoid ostentation while entertaining friends.
A. miserliness B. simplicity
C. purity D. innocence
Answer: Option A
Explanation:
69. She used to disparage her neighbor every now and then.
A. please B. praise
C. belittle D. denigrate
Answer: Option B
Explanation:
70. The story told by the teacher amused children in the class.
A. frightened B. jolted
C. astonished D. saddened
Answer: Option D
Explanation: