SYNONYMS (Part-I)

Total Questions: 50

11. ''Justifiable'' is___________ [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) Reasonable
Solution:Reasonable- fair and sensible.

Justifiable- capable of being shown to be right or reasonable.

Indefensible- unable to be defended or justified.

Neutral- not favoring or supporting any of the parties or sides.

Maintainable- able to be maintained or kept in a particular condition.

12. You are preparing a speech for the upcoming function. Select a synonym for the highlighted word to make it better. Despite the advancement in technology many rural areas in developing countries still lack access to basic necessities. [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) Avenue
Solution:Avenue- a way of access; route.

Access- the right or opportunity to use or benefit from something.

Desist- to cease or abstain from a continued action.

Apathy- a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

Disguise- a means of altering one's appearance to conceal one's identity.

13. ''Abandon'' is ___________. [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) Desert
Solution:Desert- to leave something or someone without the intention of returning.

Abandon- to give up completely on something or someone.

Perish- to die, especially in a violent or sudden way.

Retain- to keep something in one's possession or memory.

Prolong- to make something last longer.

14. You are preparing a speech for an upcoming function. Select a synonym for the highlighted word to make it better. Effective public transportation networks may greatly alleviate traffic congestion and enhance inhabitants' quality of life in general. [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) Gridlock
Solution:Gridlock- a situation in which traffic is completely stopped because of overcrowding.

Congestion- a state a of being overcrowding.

Amplification- the actof making something louder or larger.

Diversion- something that is done to distract or entertain someone.

Laxity- lack of strictness or a seriousness.

15. Select the most appropriate synonym of the word 'viable' in the given sentence and choose the correct option. The engineer's design was optimised for efficiency and scalability, with a focus on sustainability. [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) Sustainability
Solution:Sustainability- the ability to maintain or support  a process  continuously over time.

Viable- capable of working Or succeeding.

Scalability- the ability of a system to grow or expand to meet increased demand.

Efficiency- the ability to do something well without wasting time or energy.

Optimised- made as good, efficient, or effective as possible.

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

Correct Answer: (c) Allure
Solution:Allure- a strong and attractive quality that makes someone or something appealing.

Captivate- to attract and hold someone's attention completely.

Study- to try to learn more about something by looking at it carefully or by reading about it.

Envelope- a paper cover for a letter or other document.

Arrest- to take someone into custody by legal authority.

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

Correct Answer: (a) Generous
Solution:Generous- giving freely of one's time, money, or possessions.

Benevolent- kind and helpful. Innocent-free from guilt or sin.

Wicked- very bad or evil.

Cruel- showing a lack of pity or compassion.

18. Select the most appropriate synonym of the word 'disclosed' in the given sentence and choose the correct option. [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (2nd Shift)]

The linguist's analysis of the language revealed patterns and structures that were previously unknown.

Correct Answer: (b) Revealed
Solution:Revealed-made known or visible.

Disclosed-made known or revealed.

Linguist- a person who studies or is an expert in languages.

Patterns- repeated decorative designs.

Unknown- not known or known about.

19. ''Unequivocal'' is ____________. [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (3rd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) Unambiguous
Solution:Revealed-made known or visible.

Disclosed-made known or revealed.

Linguist- a person who studies or is an expert in languages.

Patterns- repeated decorative designs.

Unknown- not known or known about.

20. O' Henry's short stories are read all over the world till now because they are pithy. [SSC CPO 03/10/2023 (3rd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) concise and expressive
Solution:Pithy concise and expressive