English Language — Synonyms

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Q1. Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to the given word. VAST
  1. Tiny
  2. Small
  3. Enormous
  4. Narrow
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Answer: C. Enormous
The rule being tested is synonym identification. 'Vast' means of very great extent or quantity; immense. 'Enormous' means very large in size, quantity, or extent. Thus, 'Enormous' is the closest synonym.
Q2. Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to the given word. DILIGENT
  1. Lazy
  2. Careless
  3. Hardworking
  4. Indifferent
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Answer: C. Hardworking
The rule being tested is synonym identification. 'Diligent' means having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties. 'Hardworking' means tending to work with energy and commitment; assiduous. Thus, 'Hardworking' is the closest synonym.
Q3. Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to the given word. PONDER
  1. Ignore
  2. Reflect
  3. Dismiss
  4. Act
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Answer: B. Reflect
The rule being tested is synonym identification. 'Ponder' means to think about something carefully, especially before making a decision or reaching a conclusion. 'Reflect' means to think deeply or carefully about. Thus, 'Reflect' is the closest synonym.
Q4. Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to the given word. EPHEMERAL
  1. Permanent
  2. Lasting
  3. Momentary
  4. Eternal
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Answer: C. Momentary
The rule being tested is synonym identification. 'Ephemeral' means lasting for a very short time. 'Momentary' means lasting for a very short time; brief. Thus, 'Momentary' is the closest synonym.
Q5. Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to the given word. BENEVOLENT
  1. Malicious
  2. Cruel
  3. Generous
  4. Selfish
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Answer: C. Generous
The rule being tested is synonym identification. 'Benevolent' means well meaning and kindly, or (of an organization) serving a charitable rather than a profit-making purpose. 'Generous' means showing a readiness to give more of something, especially money, than is strictly necessary or expected. Thus, 'Generous' is the closest synonym.
Q6. Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to the given word. CANDID
  1. Deceptive
  2. Reserved
  3. Sincere
  4. Secretive
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Answer: C. Sincere
The rule being tested is synonym identification. 'Candid' means truthful and straightforward; frank. 'Sincere' means free from pretense or deceit; proceeding from genuine feelings. While 'frank' is a direct synonym, 'sincere' captures the essence of honesty and straightforwardness implied by 'candid'.
Q7. Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to the given word. MITIGATE
  1. Intensify
  2. Worsen
  3. Alleviate
  4. Aggravate
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Answer: C. Alleviate
The rule being tested is synonym identification. 'Mitigate' means to make less severe, serious, or painful. 'Alleviate' means to make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe. Thus, 'Alleviate' is the closest synonym.
Q8. Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to the given word. PROFOUND
  1. Superficial
  2. Shallow
  3. Intense
  4. Trivial
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Answer: C. Intense
The rule being tested is synonym identification. 'Profound' means (of a state, quality, or emotion) very great or intense. 'Intense' means of extreme force, degree, or strength. Thus, 'Intense' is the closest synonym.
Q9. Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to the given word. UBIQUITOUS
  1. Rare
  2. Scarce
  3. Pervasive
  4. Limited
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Answer: C. Pervasive
The rule being tested is synonym identification. 'Ubiquitous' means present, appearing, or found everywhere. 'Pervasive' means (especially of an unwelcome influence or physical effect) spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people. Thus, 'Pervasive' is the closest synonym.
Q10. Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to the given word. CAPRICIOUS
  1. Consistent
  2. Stable
  3. Whimsical
  4. Steadfast
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Answer: C. Whimsical
The rule being tested is synonym identification. 'Capricious' means given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behaviour. 'Whimsical' means playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way, or acting or behaving in a capricious manner. Thus, 'Whimsical' is the closest synonym.
Q11. Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to the given word. PERNICIOUS
  1. Beneficial
  2. Harmless
  3. Detrimental
  4. Advantageous
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Answer: C. Detrimental
The rule being tested is synonym identification. 'Pernicious' means having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way. 'Detrimental' means tending to cause harm. Thus, 'Detrimental' is the closest synonym.
Q12. Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to the given word. METICULOUS
  1. Careless
  2. Haphazard
  3. Precise
  4. Sloppy
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Answer: C. Precise
The rule being tested is synonym identification. 'Meticulous' means showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise. 'Precise' means marked by exactness and accuracy of expression or detail. Thus, 'Precise' is the closest synonym.
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