English Questions – Synonyms For SSC CGL and IBPS/SBI PO Set 72

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In each of the following questions four words are given, of which two words are most nearly the same or opposite meaning. Find out the two words which are the most nearly or same meaning.
1. A. Chivalrous
   B. Vapid
   C. Ingenuous
   D. Perfidious
   1) B – A
   2) C – A
   3) C – B
   4) B – D
   5) D – C
   
   Answer & Explanation

   Answer : D – C are Antonyms
   Explanation : Ingenuous – (of a person or action) innocent and unsuspecting.
   Perfidious – deceitful and untrustworthy.
   
   
2. A. Obstinate
   B. Haggard
   C. Connive
   D. Emaciated
   1) B – A
   2) C – A
   3) C – B
   4) B – D
   5) D – C
   
   Answer & Explanation

   Answer : B – D are synonyms
   Explanation : Haggard means looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering.
   
   
3. A. Embezzle
   B. Redeem
   C. Abide
   D. Volatile
   1) B – A
   2) C – A
   3) C – B
   4) B – D
   5) D – C
   
   Answer & Explanation

   Answer : 1) B – A are Antonyms
   Explanation : Embezzle – steal or misappropriate (money placed in one’s trust or belonging to the organization for which one works).
   Redeem – compensate for the faults or bad aspects of.
   
   
4. A. Duplicity
   B. Epitome
   C. Precise
   D. Clumsy
   1) B – A
   2) C – A
   3) C – B
   4) B – D
   5) D – C
   
   Answer & Explanation

   Answer : C – B are synonyms
   Explanation : Epitome – a person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type.
   Precise – marked by exactness and accuracy of expression or detail.
   
   
5. A. honesty
   B. Dainty
   C. inspire
   D. Insipid
   1) B – A
   2) C – A
   3) C – B
   4) B – D
   5) D – C
   
   Answer & Explanation

   Answer : 4) B – D are Antonyms
   Explanation : Dainty – delicately small and pretty.
   Insipid – lacking flavour; weak or tasteless.
   
   
6. A. Ruin
   B. Laud
   C. Cavity
   D. Aperture
   1) B – A
   2) C – A
   3) C – B
   4) B – D
   5) D – C
   
   Answer & Explanation

   Answer : 5) D – C are synonyms
   Explanation : Cavity – an empty space within a solid object.
   
   
   
7. A. Conspicuous
   B. Conscious
   C. Hidden
   D. litigation
   1) B – A
   2) C – A
   3) C – B
   4) B – D
   5) D – C
   
   Answer & Explanation

   Answer : 2) C – A are Antonyms
   
   
   
8. A. Chastise
   B. Admonish
   C. Foster
   D. Scorn
   1) B – A
   2) C – A
   3) C – B
   4) B – D
   5) D – C
   
   Answer & Explanation

   Answer : 1) B – A are synonyms
   Explanation : Chastise – rebuke or reprimand severely.
   
   
9. A. Dismay
   B. Captivate
   C. Repel
   D. Enchant
   1) B – A
   2) C – A
   3) C – B
   4) B – D
   5) D – C
   
   Answer & Explanation

   Answer : 4) B – D are synonyms
   Explanation : Captivate – attract and hold the interest and attention of; charm.
   
   
10. A. Cessation
    B. Hindrance
    C. Nurture
    D. Sever
    1) B – A
    2) C – A
    3) C – B
    4) B – D
    5) D – C
    
    Answer & Explanation

    Answer : 1)B – A are Synonyms
    Explanation : Cessation – the fact or process of ending or being brought to an end.