SYNONYMS (Part-I)

Total Questions: 50

1. ''Humble'' is _____________. [SSC CHSL Tier-II (02/11/2023)]

Correct Answer: (a) Modest
Solution:Modest- someone not bragging or boasting about oneself or one's achievements.

Humble - kind and not seeking recognition.

Keen very interested and excited about something.

Beautiful something pleasing to the senses or to the mind.

Amusing something entertaining and funny.

2. ''Decadence'' is ___________. [SSC CHSL Tier-II (10/01/2024)]

Correct Answer: (a) Decline
Solution:Decline- reduction in the amount or value of something.

Decadence- low moral standards and behaviour.

Liberate- to release someone from control, duties, limits, or prison.

Dispirited- not feeling hopeful about a situation or problem.

Flowering- growing and reaching full potential.

3. ''Serene'' is ____________. [SSC CHSL Tier-II (10/01/2024)]

Correct Answer: (b) Calm
Solution:Calm- free from anxiety, excitement, or disturbance.

Serene- deeply peaceful and undisturbed.

Chaotic- unorganized and full of confusion.

Agitated- feeling or appearing troubled or nervous.

Angry- feeling or showing strong displeasure.

4. ''MUNDANE'' is __________. [SSC CPO Tier-II (08/01/2024)]

Correct Answer: (c) ordinary
Solution:

Ordinary- very usual and not different or special.

Mundane- very ordinary and not at all interesting or unusual.

Exciting- causing great interest or enthusiasm.

Abnormal- not normal or usual.

Wonderful- something amazing. extremely

5. ''Vitiate'' is ____________. [SSC CPO Tier-II (08/01/2024)]

Correct Answer: (a) annihilate
Solution:Annihilate- to completely destroy something.

Vitiate- to damage or destroy something. Facilitate- to make a process or action easier.

Propagate- to spread, multiply, or promote the growth of something, such as an idea, belief, or organism.

Validate- to give official approval or acceptance.

6. ''Entice'' is __________. [SSC CPO Tier-II (08/01/2024)]

Correct Answer: (c) beguile
Solution:Beguile charm or enchant (someone), often in a deceptive way.

Entice- to attract or lure someone by offering something appealing tempting. or

Entreat- ask someone earnestly or anxiously to do something.

Dissuade- to discourage or persuade someone not to take a particular course of action.

Repulse- to cause someone to feel disgust.

7. "The authority refused to pay any heed to the workers. (Trivial) demands made by..." [SSC CGL Tier II (26/10/2023)]

Correct Answer: (c) insignificant
Solution: Insignificant- lacking importance or value.

Trivial- little of significance. importance Or

Conceited- having an excessively high opinion of oneself.

Idiotic- extremely foolish or unintelligent.

Majestic- having grandeur, beauty, or dignity.

8. ''Dreadful'' is [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) Terrible
Solution:Terrible- unpleasant, or serious. extremely bad,

Dreadful- extremely bad, unpleasant, or shocking.

Propitious- indicating a good chance of success.

Auspicious -giving or being a sign of future success.

Feeble - being weak or lacking strength

9. ''Site'' is ____________. [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) Location
Solution:Location- a particular place or position.

Site- a location or place where something is situated.

Globe- a spherical representation of the Earth. object or.

Pull -exert force on something to cause movement towards oneself.

Lap- the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person.

10. ''Haphazard'' is ______ [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) Random
Solution:

Random- lacking a definite plan, purpose, or pattern.

Haphazard- unpredictable. random being or

Sociable- someone willing to talk and engage in activities with other people.

Confident- feeling self-assured of one's own abilities or qualities.

Aggressive- behaving or done in a determined and forceful way.