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Current Affairs July 2019 Vocabulary Quiz

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A Newspaper is a printed or online publication that provides readers with news and articles i.e. the current affairs of a country and the world. SPLessons has made an effort to provide a comprehensive list of commonly used words in newspaper articles and editorials. Current Affairs July 2019 Vocabulary Quiz provides the readers with a collection of useful vocabulary for newspapers. And this Vocabulary Quiz will help in the Competitive Exams like IBPS, RBI Grade B, SBI PO, RRB and other banking examinations.

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In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the given word. 1. Saddle
    A. Alleviate B. Burden C. Encumber D. Charge Answer: A

2. Pursuit
    A. Retreat B. Surrender C. Evacuation D. Flight Answer: D

3. Ferocious
    A. Vicious B. Feeble C. Stifle D. Engorge Answer: C

4. Condemn
    A. Censure B. Despair C. Chasten D. Mortify Answer: D

5. Pellucid
    A. Cryptic B. Nebulous C. Limpid D. Arcane Answer: B

6. Ward off
    A. Avert B. Drub C. Vanquish D. Spurn Answer: A

7. Chary
    A. Avid B. Circumspect C. Rapacious D. Covetous Answer: A

8. Discretionary
    A. Incumbent B. Facultative C. Absolute D. Uncoerced Answer: C

9. Ebb
    A. Plummet B. Atrophy C. Spiral D. Attenuate Answer: B

10. Unleash
    A. Despoil B. Vent C. Fetter D. Manacle Answer: D
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the given word. 1. Dissent
    A. Stymie B. Ratification C. Liberate D. Impede Answer: B

2. Nitty- gritty
    A. Essentials B. Minutiae C. Technicality D. Expendable Answer: A

3. Digress
    A. Sojourn B. Aberrate C. Tarrying D. Regress Answer: B

4. Misogynist
    A. Clandestine B. Egalitarian C. Suffragette D. Misanthrope Answer: D

5. Lip-service
    A. Hypocrisy B. Veracity C. Candour D. Humility Answer: A

6. Prejudice
    A. Bias B. Favor C. Objectivity D. Nepotism Answer: C

7. Hustle
    A. Thwart B. Frustrate C. Facilitate D. Assist Answer: D

8. Hold back
    A. Plateau B. Wither C. Hesitate D. Confront Answer: C

9. Reeling
    A. Staggering B. Vanishing C. Squandering D. Splurging Answer: A

10. Revitalise
    A. Murky B. Reinvigorate C. Startle D. Stupefy Answer: D
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the given word. 1. Abjure
    A. Shoulder B. Covet C. Relate D. Forswear Answer: D

2. Impeach
    A. Indict B. Commend C. Salacious D. Prorogue Answer: A

3. Reminiscent
    A. Indicative B. Oblivious C. Redolent D. Nostalgic Answer: B

4. Parlous
    A. Precarious B. Admirable C. Creditable D. Exemplary Answer: A

5. Fraudulent
    A. Authentic B. Utricle C. Cerberus D. Outspoken Answer: A

6. Preface
    A. Introduce B. Abstain C. Smite D. Vanquish Answer: A

7. Prominent
    A. Extrusive B. Salient C. Obscure D. Underlined Answer: C

8. Inertia
    A. Lassitude B. Animation C. Languor D. Torpor Answer: B

9. Impoverishment
    A. Exiguity B. Abjection C. Affluence D. Pauperism Answer: C

10. Penchant
    A. Proclivity B. Druthers C. Antipathy D. Predilection Answer: C
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the given word. 1. Forfeiture
    A. Bounty B. Accretion C. Annex D. Sacrifice Answer: D

2. Cursory
    A. Meticulous B. Desultory C. Painstaking D. Distorted Answer: B

3. Imprudent
    A. Brash B. Tactful C. Preposterous D. Inadvisable Answer: B

4. Imminent
    A. Proximate B. Improbable C. Grizzled D. Nigh Answer: B

5. Appalling
    A. Innocuous B. Diddly C. Abysmal D. Consolatory Answer: C

6. Looming
    A. Tolerating B. Gazing C. Impending D. Embellishing Answer: C

7. Dominance
    A. Derision B. Dauntless C. Captious D. Subservience Answer: D

8. Deem
    A. Contemplate B. Canonical C. Bias D. Dissident Answer: A

9. Tactical
    A. Cease B. Dubious C. Prudent D. Umbrage Answer: C

10. Discreet
    A. Cautious B. Lofty C. Rhetoric D. Faultless Answer: A
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word 1. Innocuous
    A. Innocent B. Innovative C. Inoffensive D. Innermost Answer: C

2. Invalidate
    A. Document B. Confute C. Espouse D. Warrant Answer: B

3. Portent
    A. Presage B. Forlorn C. Denial D. Novice Answer: A

4. Forfeiture
    A. Bounty B. Accretion C. Annex D. Sacrifice Answer: D

5. Designate
    A. Depose B. Cashier C. Nominate D. Oust Answer: C

6. Detention
    A. Redemption B. Deliverance C. Internment D. Emancipation Answer: C

7. Override
    A. Pioneer B. Affirm C. Decree D. Repeal Answer: D

8. Cursory
    A. Meticulous B. Desultory C. Painstaking D. Distorted Answer: B

9. Conflagration
    A. Austere B. Restraint C. Abstruse D. Blaze Answer: D

10. Morality
    A. Inveterate B. Placate C. Abnegation D. Probity Answer: D
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word 1. Precedence
    A. Subordination B. Seclusion C. Succession D. Supersession Answer: A

2. Deem
    A. Contemplate B. Canonical C. Bias D. Dissident Answer: B

3. Desperation
    A. Depression B. Buoyancy C. Pessimism D. Audacity Answer: B

4. Wield
    A. Manage B. Neglect C. Conceit D. Employ Answer: C

5. Tactical
    A. Cease B. Dubious C. Prudent D. Umbrage Answer: D

6. Dominance
    A. Derision B. Dauntless C. Captious D. Repulsive Answer: D

7. Aloft
    A. Reticent B. Triviality C. Abase D. Down Answer: D

8. Conceded
    A. Cardinal B. Reclamation C. Repudiate D. Prejudice Answer: C

9. Looming
    A. Tolerating B. Gazing C. Impending D. Embellishing Answer: C

10. Reciprocate
    A. Requite B. Repay C. Console D. Formulate Answer: D
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word 1. Furore
    A. Commotion B. Outcry C. Serenity D. Bedlam Answer: C

2. Discreet
    A. Cautious B. Lofty C. Rhetoric D. Faultless Answer: A

3. Mediate
    A. Negotiate B. Conciliate C. Liaise D. Provoke Answer: D

4. Outstanding
    A. Routine B. Middling C. Superlative D. Prosaic Answer: C

5. Nipped
    A. Traipsed B. Scurried C. Dawdled D. Plodded Answer: B

6. Ostentatious
    A. Illumination B. Cohort C. Flaunty D. Surcease Answer: C

7. Abstemious
    A. Temperate B. Austere C. Gluttonous D. Ascetic Answer: C

8. Disdain
    A. Strictures B. Bourn C. Inkling D. Scorn Answer: D

9. Scanty
    A. Decency B. Dingy C. Sparse D. Onus Answer: C

10. Complaisant
    A. Calmness B. Anxious C. Enforced D. Agreeable Answer: C
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word 1. Lapse
    A. Oversight B. Negligence C. Accuracy D. Retrogression Answer: C

2. Detractor
    A. Devotee B. Succorer C. Critic D. Partisan Answer: C

3. Suffice
    A. Snooker B. Quench C. Vex D. Chafe Answer: B

4. Hitherto
    A. Ensuing B. Henceforth C. Vicinal D. Formerly Answer: D

5. Resentment
    A. Animosity B. Umbrage C. Gratification D. Pique Answer: C

6. Fraught
    A. Diligent B. Sedulous C. Serene D. Teeming Answer: C

7. Maelstrom
    A. Alacrity B. Turbulence C. Abstract D. Grotesque Answer: B

8. Proponents
    A. Antagonist B. Vindicator C. Adversary D. Defamer Answer: B

9. Bridge
    A. Yoke B. Cleave C. Breach D. Sunder Answer: A

10. Iteration
    A. Tautology B. Echo C. Encore D. Instance Answer: D
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word 1. To clip one's wings
    A To stop one from flying B To trim the leaves C To deprive one of power D To assign new responsibilities Answer: C

2. Prima facie
    A Putative B Apparent C Evident D Nebulous Answer: D

3. Conscate
    A Vend B Appropriate C Propound D Shelve Answer: B

4. Credibility
    A Reliability B Deceit C Implausibility D Duplicity Answer: A

5. Plea
    A Entreaty B Sanctification C Malediction D Benediction Answer: A

6. Languish
    A Clamour B Dwindle C Shrewd D Dawdle Answer: B

7. Epithet
    A Consecrate B Vacillate C Dilapidated D Alias Answer: D

8. Tantalizing
    A Provocative B Teasing C Boorish D Sterile Answer: D

9. Pertinacious
    A Clinch B Biped C Tentative D Refute Answer: C

10. Munificence
    A Altruism B Largesse C Parsimony D Courtesy Answer: C
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word 1. Disparity
    A. Discomfort B. Counterpart C. Polarity D. Analogy Answer: C

2. Imprudent
    A. Brash B. Tactful C. Preposterous D. Inadvisable Answer: B

3. Assuage
    A. Allay B. Copious C. Inundate D. Whinge Answer: A

4. Mollycoddle
    A. Hound B. Cosset C. Wring D. Fleece Answer: B

5. Imminent
    A. Proximate B. Improbable C. Grizzled D. Nigh Answer: B

6. Puzzling
    A. Lucid B. Explicit C. Axiomatic D. Elusive Answer: D

7. Catastrophe
    A. Salvation B. Meltdown C. Barrage D. Holocaust Answer: A

8. Accustom
    A. Unfamiliar B. Averse C. Unused D. Adapt Answer: D

9. Appalling
    A. Innocuous B. Diddly C. Abysmal D. Consolatory Answer: C

10. Strident
    A. Blatant B. Dulcet C. Unobtrusive D. Disconsolate Answer: A
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word 1. Abandon
    A. Waive B. Abort C. Uphold D. Desert Answer: C

2. Dolorous
    A. Ebullient B. Forlorn C. Tinsel D. Hostile Answer: B

3. Persevere
    A. Persistence B. Tenacity C. Assiduity D. Cease Answer: D

4. Cumulative
    A. Representative B. Retrospective C. Individualistic D. Incremental Answer: D

5. Agog
    A. Avid B. Expectant C. Apathetic D. Antsy Answer: C

6. Codify
    A. Catalogue B. Confound C. Orchestrate D. Assort Answer: B

7. Irony
    A. Sincerity B. Probity C. Sanity D. Cognition Answer: D

8. Browbeat
    A. Intimidate B. Predispose C. Galvanize D. Alleviate Answer: D

9. Pulsating
    A. Pedestrian B. Monotonous C. Bland D. Compulsive Answer: A

10. Storied
    A. Modest B. Acclaimed C. Factual D. Impotent Answer: D
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word
1. Contention
    A. Obliteration B. Harmony C. Variance D. Amity Answer: C

2. Espionage
    A. Ascendancy B. Veracity C. Probity D. Reconnaissance Answer: D

3. Castigate
    A. Approve B. Rate C. Flay D. Drub Answer: A

4. Annul
    A. Batter B. Amicable C. Audacity D. Sanction Answer: D

5. Emulate
    A. Extol B. Neglect C. Eulogize D. Amulet Answer: B

6. Exult
    A. Sombre B. Dejected C. Jocular D. Rejoice Answer: D

7. Chauvinistic
    A. Tolerant B. Indulgent C. Liberal D. Xenophobic Answer: D

8. Efcacy
    A. Validity B. Virtue C. Competence D. Impotence Answer: D

9. Outbreak
    A. Abomination B. Eruption C. Fiction D. Obscenity Answer: B

10. Resurface
    A. Reappear B. Split C. Sling D. Forsake Answer: A
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word
1. Compiled
    A. Put out B. Put up C. Put together D. Put up with Answer: C

2. Purge
    A. Absolve B. Pressurize C. Thrust D. Float Answer: A

3. Insurgent
    A. Gather B. Entreaty C. Dagger D. Rebel Answer: D

4. Anachronistic
    A. Contemporary B. Ephemeral C. Coeval D. Antique Answer: D

5. Wrath
    A. Jealousy B. Happiness C. Anger D. Violence Answer: C

6. Interference
    A. Honour B. Obstruction C. Fearful D. Deference Answer: B

7. Sole
    A. Plentiful B. Legion C. Manifold D. Lone Answer: D

8. Dismay
    A. Ecstatic B. Alarm C. Fright D. Humour Answer: A

9. Capricious
    A. Unpredictable B. Stable C. Firm D. Sedition Answer: A

10. Reluctance
    A. Firmament B. Prevaricate C. Scruple D. Pillage Answer: C
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word
1. Iconic
    A. Atypical B. Peculiar C. Quintessential D. Incognito Answer: C

2. Pulsating
    A. Pedestrian B. Monotonous C. Bland D. Compulsive Answer: D

3. Vanquish
    A. Boomerang B. Relent C. Overwhelm D. Ricochet Answer: C

4. Storied
    A. Modest B. Acclaimed C. Factual D. Impotent Answer: B

5. Testament
    A. Hypothesis B. Corroboration C. Assert D. Refutation Answer: B

6. Disruptive
    A. Bewitch B. Counteract C. Dismantle D. Turbulent Answer: D

7. Clinch
    A. Bolt B. Pinion C. Dwindle D. Liberate Answer: D

8. Fragile
    A. Resilient B. Sturdy C. Indelible D. Flimsy Answer: D

9. Falter
    A. Rock B. Steady C. Endure D. Survive Answer: A

10. Appetite
    A. Urge B. Apathy C. Disinclination D. Repulsion Answer: A
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word
1. Lopsided
    A. Filthy B. Frantic C. Terrible D. Asymmetrical AnswerD

2. Cumulative
    A. Representative B. Retrospective C. Individualistic D. Incremental Answer: D

3. Linger
    A. Lampoon B. Grapple C. Purblind D. Temporize Answer: D

4. Tussle
    A. Scuffle B. Harmonize C. Hassle D. Grapple Answer: B

5. Agog
    A. Avid B. Expectant C. Apathetic D. Antsy Answer: C

6. Engross
    A. Dismiss B. Oppress C. Absorb D. Endanger Answer: C

7. Codify
    A. Catalogue B. Confound C. Orchestrate D. Assort Answer: B

8. Tremulous
    A. Steady B. Moored C. Perk D. Jittery Answer: D

9. Browbeat
    A. Intimidate B. Predispose C. Galvanize D. Alleviate Answer: A

10. Coercive
    A. Volitional B. Obligatory C. Bullying D. Compelling Answer: A
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word
1. Taint
    A. Phenomenal B. Sentinel C. Ameliorate D. Empathy Answer: A

2. Punctuate
    A. Contribute B. Heckle C. Couple D. Enforce Answer: D

3. Ruse
    A. Tactful B. Souvenir C. Ploy D. Refined Answer: B

4. Recondite
    A. Austere B. Elementary C. Abstruse D. Grotesque Answer: A

5. Underpin
    A. Prop B. Support C. Ground D. Wither Answer: D

6. Beseech
    A. Tender B. Hoard C. Reject D. Desert Answer: D

7. Oversee
    A. Supervise B. Explicate C. Reconnaissance D. Foe Answer: A

8. Conform
    A. Evade B. Infringe C. Outrage D. Observe Answer: B

9. Behest
    A. Gist B. Crux C. Essence D. Solitude Answer: C

10. Virulent
    A. Salubrious B. Invigorating C. Baneful D. Ethical Answer: D
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word
1. Alacrity
    A. Celerity B. Apathy C. Haste D. Inclination Answer: B

2. Incorporate
    A. Emit B. Part C. Subsume D. Silo Answer: C

3. Ameliorate
    A. Rectiy B. Improve C. Raise D. Worsen Answer: B

4. Irk
    A. Ruin B. Nettle C. Lament D. Tacit Answer: B

5. Dolorous
    A. Edullient B. Forlorn C. Tinsel D. Hostile Answer: B

6. Profuse
    A. Prolific B. Hackneyed C. Lavish D. Thrifty Answer: D

7. Precursor
    A. Offshoot B. Antecedent C. Resultant D. Proficient Answer: B

8. Infirmity
    A. Casualty B. Frailty C. Abnegation D. Laxity Answer: B

9. Commence
    A. Embark B. Kindle C. Engender D. Forbear Answer: B

10. Persevere
    A. Persistence B. Tenacity C. Assiduity D. Cease Answer: D
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word 1. Solitary
    A. Antisocial B. Gregarious C. Retiring D. Divulge Answer: B

2. Leapfrog
    A. Discord B. Delegate C. Nosedive D. Convention Answer: D

3. Brew
    A Dolorous B Menace C Redeem D Loom Answer: D

4. Plummet
    A. Escalate B. Heighten C. Aspire D. Plunge Answer: D

5. Wake-Up Call
    A. Simulation B. Intrinsic C. Facade D. Portent Answer: D

6. Benign
    A. Fright B. Callous C. Bovine D. Injudicious Answer: B

7. Vociferous
    A. Candid B. Outspoken C. Hushed D. Vigorous Answer: C

8. Fulminate
    A. Berate B. Flatter C. Defend D. Animus Answer: A

9. Surly
    A. Clinch B. Pleasant C. Tentative D. Refine Answer: B

10. Bear the brunt
    A. To accept defeat even in case of a possible victory. B. To be deeply annoyed by restraints and restrictions. C. To be the flag bearer at a ceremony. D. To suffer the worst part of a problematic situation. Answer: A
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word 1. Vet
    A. Analyze B. Acclimatize C. Ignore D. Contradict Answer: C

2. Purview
    A. Scope B. Constriction C. Verge D. Fallacy Answer: A

3. Vociferous
    A. Candid B. Outspoken C. Hushed D. Vigorous Answer: C

4. Mild
    A. Docile B. Fecund C. Barren D. Malaise Answer: D

5. Retrench
    A. Curtail B. Aggrandize C. Dilate D. Realize Answer: A

6. Aversion
    A. Entrenchment B. Deception C. Phobia D. Astounding Answer: C

7. Nefarious
    A. Diabolic B. Sterling C. Depraved D. Gross Answer: B

8. Recondite
    A. Austere B. Elementary C. Abstruse D. Grotesque Answer: C

9. Genteel
    A. Decorous B. Sharpen C. Boorish D. Refine Answer:

10. Wilt
    A. Stiffen B. Brace C. Thrive D. Sag Answer: C
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word
1. Exodus
    A. Desertion B. Diaspora C. Influx D. Egression Answer: C

2. Benign
    A. FrightB. Callous C. Bovine D. Injudicious Answer: B

3. Intelligibility
    A. Simplicity B. Propensity C. Hostility D. Temerity Answer: A

4. Verge
    A. Brink B. Threshold C. Centre D. Stock Answer: C

5. Bear the brunt
    A. To accept defeat even in case of a possible victory. B. To be deeply annoyed by restraints and restrictions. C. To be the flag bearer at a ceremony. D. To suffer the worst part of a problematic situation. Answer: D

6. Bailout
    A. Endanger B. Jeopardize C. Ransom D. Imperil Answer: C

7. Woe
    A. Tribulation B. Fortune C. Optimism D. Euphoria Answer: A

8. Underpin
    A. Prop B. Support C. Ground D. Wither Answer: D

9. Temper
    A. Moderate B. Foment C. Cushion D. Admix Answer: B

10. Austerity
    A. Rigour B. Plenty C. Mirth D. Candid Answer: A
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word 1. Leapfrog
    A. Discord B. Delegate C. Nosedive D. Convention Answer: D

2. Fillip
    A. Gravitas B. Exacerbate C. Subterfuge D. Stimulus Answer: D

3. Suave
    A. Torpid B. Debonair C. Awkward D. Squally Answer: B

4. Fulminate
    A. Berate B. Flatter C. Defend D. Animus Answer: A

5. Trepidation
    A. Composure B. Foreboding C. Perturbation D. Misgiving Answer: A

6. Tranquil
    A. Turbulent B. Anarchic C. Agitated D. Serene Answer: D

7. Empower
    A. Theocracy B. Commission C. Efficacious D. Colloquy Answer: B

8. Ruse
    A. Tactful B. Souvenir C. Ploy D. Refined Answer: C

9. Shabby
    A. Elicit B. Sordid C. Epistle D. Propel Answer: B

10. Dummy
    A. Lampoon B. Grapple C. Effigy D. Prepossess Answer: C
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word 1. Stake
    A. Certainty B. Hazard C. Plan D. Safety Answer: B

2. Brew
    A. Dolorous B. Redeem C. Loom D. Repress Answer: D

3. Dissident
    A. Nonconformist B. Conservative C. Amenable D. Compliant Answer: A

4. Taint
    A. Phenomenal B. Sentinel C. Ameliorate D. Empathy Answer: C

5. Relentless
    A. Severe B. Restless C. Lenient D. Harsh Answer: C

6. Conform
    A. Evade B. Infringe C. Outrage D. Observe Answer: D

7. Elusive
    A. Enticing B. Confronting C. Slippery D. Intelligible Answer: C

8. Immense
    A. Scant B. Towering C. Cramped D. Slender Answer: B

9. Virulent
    A. Salubrious B. Invigorating C. Baneful D. Ethical Answer: C

10. Mockery
    A. Contempt B. Satire C. Solemnity D. Derision Answer: C
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word 1. Solitary
    A. Antisocial B. Gregarious C. Retiring D. Divulge Answer: B

2. Prudent
    A. Extravagant B. Hasty C. Sagacious D. Doltish Answer: C

3. Belligerent
    A. Reformed B. Benevolent C. Defamatory D. Robust Answer: B

4. Wake-Up Call
    A. Simulation B. Intrinsic C. Facade D. Portent Answer: D

5. Punctuate
    A. Contribute B. Heckle C. Couple D. Enforce Answer: B

6. Incisive
    A. Concise B. Perspicacious C. Trenchant D. Woolly Answer: D

7. Mind-Boggling
    A. Sublime B. Startling C. Overwhelming D. Exhilarating Answer: B

8. Beckon
    A. Convene B. Entice C. Oust D. Induce Answer: C

9. Oversee
    A. Supervise B. Explicate C. Reconnaissance D. Foe Answer: A

10. Linchpin
    A. Cornerstone B. Robust C. Ardent D. Indurate Answer: A
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word 1. Pinnacle
    A. Culmination B. Nadir C. Trough D. Basal Answer: A

2. Coterie
    A. Exile B. Clique C. Leper D. Bohemian Answer: B

3. Plummet
    A. Escalate B. Heighten C. Aspire D. Plunge Answer: D

4. Resuscitate
    A. Flaccid B. Opulence C. Nubile D. Rankle Answer: D

5. Thumping
    A. Immense B. Grumpy C. Companionable D. Introvert Answer: A

6. Behest
    A. Gist B. Crux C. Essence D. Solitude Answer: D

7. Shrewd
    A. Besotted B. Groove C. Abet D. Wily Answer: D

8. Surly
    A. Clinch B. Pleasant C. Tentative D. Refine Answer: B

9. Meticulous
    A. Austere B. Onus C. Apathetic D. Fastidious Answer: D

10. Beseech
    A. Hoard B. Reject C. Desert D. Implore Answer: D
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word
1. Exhaustive
    A. Thorough B. Meticulous C. Perfunctory D. Comprehensive E. Intensive Answer: C

2. Off the cuff
    A. Deliberate B. Impromptu C. Practised D. Methodical E. Premeditated Answer: B

3. Imply
    A. Allude B. Withhold C. Outvie D. Shun E. Mislead Answer: A

4. Inherent
    A. Acquired B. Immanent C. Congenital D. Innate E. Connate Answer: A

5. Brazen
    A. Imbue B. Scruple C. Kilter D. Modest E. Imbecile Answer: D

6. Bizarre
    A. Wheedling B. Blandishment C. Duress D. Cajolery E. Prompting Answer: C

7. Bizarre
    A. Astute B. Ludicrous C. Rational D. Discerning E. Sensible Answer: B

8. Unprecedented
    A. Customary B. Primordial C. Stereotyped D. Singular E. Pedestrian Answer: D

9. Deliberation
    A. Spontaneity B. Inadvertence C. Musing D. Natural E. Slackness Answer: C

10. Impatient
    A. Anxious B. Restive C. Reluctant D. Uptight E. Jittery Answer: C
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word
1. Paradigm
    A. Archetype B. Stratagem C. Opulent D. Gaudy Answer: A

2. Crippling
    A. Preventing B. Dismantling C. Invigorating D. Bankrupting Answer: C

3. Apprehension
    A. Artifice B. Anticipation C. Anxiety D. Doleful Answer: C

4. Imperative
    A. Portentous B. Incumbent C. Clamant D. Nugatory Answer: D

5. Assert
    A. Refute B. Vindicate C. Adduce D. Palliate Answer: A

6. Bizarre
    A. Astute B. Ludicrous C. Rational D. Discerning Answer: B

7. Discretion
    A. Inadvertence B. Elision C. Chasm D. Gumption Answer: D

8. Whimsical
    A. Prosaic B. Mediocre C. Colloquial D. Eccentric Answer: D

9. Nimbly
    A. Sluggishly B. Rapidly C. Agilely D. Adroitly Answer: A

10. Bequeath
    A. Improvise B. Insult C. Praise D. Bestow Answer: D
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word
1. Manoeuvre
    A. Manipulate B. Candour C. Mastermind D. Machinate Answer: B

2. Disenchantment
    A. Admiration B. Atonement C. Contentment D. Despondency Answer: D

3. Inherent
    A. Acquired B. Immanent C. Congenital D. Innate Answer: A

4. Meagre
    A. Hefty B. Niggardly C. Lush D. Superfluous Answer: B

5. Brazen
    A. Imbue B. Scruple C. Kilter D. Modest Answer: D

6. Hiatus
    A. Closure B. Interlude C. Protraction D. Assiduity Answer: B

7. Defection
    A. Apostasy B. Constancy C. Perfidy D. Infidelity Answer: A

8. Lure
    A. Deter B. Offend C. Unnerve D. Caution Answer: D

9. Divergent
    A. Deviant B. Anomalous C. Parallel D. Unorthodox Answer: C

10. Routing
    A. Banishing B. Forfeiting C. Bearing D. Fostering Answer: A
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the given word.
1. Gridlock
    A. Headway B. Logjam C. Opening D. Endurance Answer: B

2. Intervention
    A. Arbitration B. Aloofness C. Provocation D. Sabotage Answer: A

3. Impatient
    A. Anxious B. Restive C. Reluctant D. Uptight Answer: C

4. Outreach
    A. Evacuate B. Transcend C. Underwhelm D. Relent Answer: B

5. Vain
    A. Meek B. Wary C. Humble D. Mousy Answer: D

6. Off the cuff
    A. Deliberate B. Impromptu C. Practised D. Methodical Answer: B

7. Douse
    A. Grapple B. Kindle C. Smother D. Nettle Answer: C

8. Advent
    A. Inception B. Approach C. Parting D. Affair Answer: C

9. Isolation
    A. Separation B. Association C. Seclusion D. Deportation Answer: B

10. Seize
    A. Fibbing B. Deception C. Equivocation D. Wrest Answer: D
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the given word.
1. Imply
    A. Allude B. Withhold C. Outvie D. Shun Answer: A

2. Stroll
    A. Saunter B. Stray C. Swan D. Scamper Answer: D

3. Unprecedented
    A. Customary B. Primordial C. Stereotyped D. Singular Answer: D

4. Standstill
    A. Resolution B. Stalemate C. Breakthrough D. Alacrity Answer: B

5. Charisma
    A. Necromancy B. Appeal C. Aversion D. Enchantment Answer: C

6. Historic
    A. Material B. Measly C. Red-letter D. Consequential Answer: B

7. Thaw
    A. Jettison B. Fraternize C. Liaise D. Befriend Answer: A

8. Concrete
    A. Abstract B. Potential C. Notional D. Factual Answer: D

9. Spontaneous
    A. Orchestrated B. Feigned C. Improvised D. Forced Answer: C

10. Populist
    A. Despotic B. Atheist C. Theist D. Egalitarian Answer: D
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
1. Anticipate
    A. Dissuade B. Dread C. Dither D. Await Answer: D

2. Deliberation
    A. Spontaneity B. Inadvertence C. Musing D. Natural Answer: C

3. Articulate
    A. Hysterical B. Coherent C. Raving D. Garbled Answer: B

4. Nominal
    A. Considerable B. Hefty C. Substantial D. Trifling Answer: D

5. Concerted
    A. Lukewarm B. Desultory C. Intensive D. Cursory Answer: C

6. Detract
    A. Inflate B. Knock C. Belittle D. Dilute Answer: A

7. Grandstanding
    A. Humdrum B. Sobriety C. Banal D. Flamboyance Answer: D

8. Inequity
    A. Rectitude B. Nepotism C. Aptitude D. Penchant Answer: A

9. Green
    A. Jejune B. Significant C. Addendum D. Diminutive Answer: A

10. Breakthrough
    A. Setback B. Development C. Innovation D. Quantum Answer: A
In the following question, out of the ve alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
1. Exhaustive
    A. Thorough B. Meticulous C. Perfunctory D. Comprehensive Answer: C

2. Adapt
    A. Repurpose B. Shed C. Maintain D. Preserve Answer: A

3. Plethora
    A. Austere B. Overabundance C. Esoteric D. Blaze Answer: B

4. Bugbear
    A. Monster B. Ease C. Bogey D. Dread Answer: B

5. Expedite
    A. Stygian B. Approbation C. Debatable D. Hinder Answer: D

6. Redress
    A. Frost B. Inflame C. Aggravate D. Remedy Answer: D

7. Emphatic
    A. Bashful B. Dynamic C. Demure D. Ambivalent Answer: B

8. Bottleneck
    A. Edge B. Catch C. Hiccup D. Snag Answer: A

9. Suasion
    A. Wheedling B. Blandishment C. Duress D. Cajolery Answer: C

10. Reflection
    A. Rumination B. Cogitation C. Insouciance D. Deliberation Answer: C
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