English Language Quiz for SSC CGL of 12th April ( Synonyms)

Updated Mon, 12 Apr 2021 12:40 PM IST

Direction(1-10): Select the correct synonym of the given word 


Question 1:  Blemish


Option 1:  spotless

Option 2:  impeccable

Option 3:  smirch

Option 4:  purity


Question 2: Glut


Option 1:  abstain

Option 2:  satiate

Option 3:  reduce

Option 4:  moderate


Question 3: Impediment

Option 1: incentive

Option 2:  stimulant

Option 3:  patronize

Option 4:  burden


Question 4: Embezzle


Option 1:  forge

Option 2:  restitute

Option 3:  reimburse

Option 4:  redeem



Question 5: Gaudy


Option 1:  garish

Option 2:  faded


Option 3:  sobre


Option 4:  solemn



Question 6: Fragments

 



Option 1:  aggregate

Option 2:  gross

Option 3:  residue

Option 4:  entire



Question 7: Febricate


Option 1:  destroy 

Option 2:  wreck

Option 3:  dismantle

Option 4:  manipulate



Question8: Despicable


Option 1:  honourable

Option 2:  respectable

Option 3:  decent

Option 4:  contemptible



Question 9: Callous


Option 1:  tender

Option 2:  obdurate

Option 3:  kind

Option 4:  sympathetic



Question 10: Bustle


Option 1:  sluggishness

Option 2:  tumult

Option 3:  inertness

Option 4:  quiet 

Answers: 

Ans 1: smirch

Explanation:  smirch: a dirty mark or stain.

impeccable:  free from fault or blame 


Ans2:   satiate


Explanation: satiate: satisfied to the full

abstain:to choose not to do or have something 

 


Ans 3:  burden

Explanation: patronize: treat in a way that is apparently kind or helpful but that betrays a feeling of superiority.

Stimulant: a substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.

 

Ans 4:   forge

Explanation: forge-make or shape (a metal object) by heating it in a fire or furnace and hammering it.

restitute-: to restore to a former state or position

reimburse: repay (a person who has spent or lost money)


Ans 5: garish

Explanation:  garish:  offensively or distressingly bright : glaring.

solemn:characterized by deep sincerity.

sobre simple, understated, 


Ans 6:   residue


Explanation: residue:a small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used.

Aggregate :a whole formed by combining several separate elements.


Ans 7:   manipulate

Explanation: wreck:  destroy or severely damage (a structure, vehicle, or similar).

manipulate:handle or control (a tool, mechanism, information, etc.) in a skilful manner.


Ans 8: contemptible

Explanation: contemptible:strong dislike and disrespect for someone

 

Ans 9: obdurate

Explanation: obdurate: . The definition of obdurate is stubborn or not easily moved to sympathy. 

tender:  showing gentleness, kindness, and affection.


Ans10:   tumult

Explanation: sluggishness - moving or operating more slowly than usual and with less energy or power

(,inertness): - lacking the power to move. 

tumult( bustle): a loud, confused noise, especially one caused by a large mass of people.

 



 

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