General Ability Part -A: English (NDA/NA SOLVED PAPER 2022-I) (01 to 50)

Total Questions: 50

41. Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.

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After a good meal, it is important to pay a compliment to

Correct Answer: (b) praise
Solution:Praise is the correct synonym.

42. read the above statement carefully and answer the question below :

His work is laudable.

Correct Answer: (a) praiseworthy
Solution:Praiseworthy is the correct synonym. Laudable-deserving praise and commendation

43. read the above statement carefully and answer the question below :

Raj is a competent carpenter.

Correct Answer: (a) capable
Solution:Capable is the correct synonym.

44. read the above statement carefully and answer the question below :

He is diligent in submitting assignments.

Correct Answer: (d) conscientious
Solution:Conscientious is the correct synonym. Diligent- having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties Conscientious- wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly

45. read the above statement carefully and answer the question below :

He appears to be reticent.

Correct Answer: (d) withdrawn
Solution:withdrawn is the correct synonym. expansive-covering a wide area in terms of space or scope; extensive Reticent- not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily

46. read the above statement carefully and answer the question below :

He is always jovial.

Correct Answer: (a) cheerful
Solution:cheerful is the correct synonym. Jovial- cheerful and friendly.

47. read the above statement carefully and answer the question below :

Mohan remains morose these days.

Correct Answer: (d) sullen
Solution:sullen is the correct synonym. Morose- sullen and ill-tempered.

48. read the above statement carefully and answer the question below :

He was a reluctant laerner.

Correct Answer: (c) unwilling
Solution:unwilling is the correct synonym. Reluctant-unwilling and hesitant; disinclined.

49. read the above statement carefully and answer the question below :

Amit is optimistic about the prospects of his investments.

Correct Answer: (d) sanguine
Solution:sanguine is the correct synonym; meaning-optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation.

50. read the above statement carefully and answer the question below :

Sachin is very cooperative by nature.

Correct Answer: (a) complaisant
Solution:complaisant is the correct synonym; meaning-willing to please others or to accept what they do or say without protest. Covert- not openly acknowledged or displayed Complacent- showing smug or uncritical satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements. Conniving- given to or involved in conspiring to do something immoral, illegal, or harmful.