SYNONYMS (Part-II)

Total Questions: 50

31. ''Trivial'' is ________. [SSC MTS 11/09/2023 (3rd Shift)]

(a) Minor
(b) Fatal
(c) Decisive
(d) Formal

Correct Answer: (a) Minor

Solution:Trivial- of little importance or significance.

Minor- lesser in importance seriousness. or

Fatal - causing death or leading to failure.

Decisive- ability to make decisions quickly and effectively.

Formal- following established rules or customs.

32. ''Hazard'' is ________. [SSC MTS 11/09/2023 (2nd Shift)]

(a) Marvel
(b) Miracle
(c) Ardent
(d) Accident

Correct Answer: (d) Accident

Solution:Accident- an unexpected event that happens unintentionally.

Hazard- a potential source of danger or risk.

Marvel - something that is very impressive or wonderful.

Miracle- an extraordinary event or phenomenon that is unexplained by natural laws.

Ardent - passionate and enthusiastic.

33. ''Laconic'' is ________. [SSC MTS 12/09/2023 (1st Shift)]

(a) Reasonable
(b) Fanciful
(c) Concise
(d) Certain

Correct Answer: (c) Concise

Solution:Concise - expressing much in a few words.

Laconic - using very few words in speech or writing.

Reasonable - sensible, rational, or logical, Fanciful unrealistic. over-imaginative and

Certain - having no doubt or uncertainty.

34. The medical procedure was successful, but the patient experienced some minor (troubles) during recovery. [SSC MTS 12/09/2023 (2nd Shift)]

(a) applications
(b) complications
(c) transformations
(d) obligations

Correct Answer: (b) complications

Solution:Complications - complex or difficult situations or problems.

Troubles- difficulties or issues that cause distress or concern.

Applications- formal requests or proposals submitted for a specific purpose.

Transformations - significant changes or conversions from one state or condition to another.

Obligations- duties or responsibilities that one is required or expected to fulfill.

35. ''Peril'' [SSC MTS 12/09/2023 (2nd Shift)]

(a) Danger
(b) Entertainment
(c) Joke
(d) Ignorance

Correct Answer: (a) Danger

Solution:Danger - a possibility of being harmed or injured.

Peril - a serious and immediate danger.

Entertainment- something that is intended to entertain or amuse.

Joke - a funny saying or story.

Ignorance- lack of knowledge or education.

36. ''Barbed'' [SSC MTS 12/09/2023 (1st Shift)]

(a) Passive
(b) Kide
(c) Gentle
(d) Spiteful

Correct Answer: (d) Spiteful

Solution:Spiteful - having or showing a desire to hurt or annoy someone.

Barbed - hurtful and criticizing.

Passive- not active or interested in participating in things.

Kind- having or showing a friendly, generous, and caring nature.

Gentle - kind and not harmful.

37. ''Enchanted'' [SSC MTS 12/09/2023 (3rd Shift)]

(a) Disgusted
(b) Cursed
(c) Appealing
(d) Repelling

Correct Answer: (c) Appealing

Solution:Appealing - attractive or pleasant.

Enchanted - filled with a feeling of magic or wonder.

Disgusted - feeling or showing disgust.

Cursed - having a bad spell or curse put on them.

Repelling - unpleasant or disgusting.

38. ''Glimpse'' [SSC MTS 13/09/2023 (2nd Shift)]

(a) Examine
(b) Glance
(c) Stare
(d) Observe

Correct Answer: (b) Glance

Solution:Glance - to look quickly at something/somebody.

Glimpse a quick or brief look.

Examine-to inspect something closely and in detail.

Stare- to look at something for a long time.

Observe- to watch or notice something through careful attention.

39. ''Mild'' is ________. [SSC MTS 13/09/2023 (2nd Shift)]

(a) Scathing
(b) Brittle
(c) Gentle
(d) Severe

Correct Answer: (c) Gentle

Solution:Gentle- having a kind, calm, and mild manner or nature.

Mild- gentle or moderate in degree or intensity.

Scathing- extremely critical, harsh, or damaging in words or tone.

Brittle- easily broken, cracked, or shattered when subjected to pressure or force.

Severe- extremely serious, harsh, or intense.

40. ''Tedious'' is ________. [SSC MTS 13/09/2023 (2nd Shift)]

(a) Carefree
(b) Hostile
(c) Dynamic
(d) Dreary

Correct Answer: (d) Dreary

Solution:Dreary - depressingly dull or gloomy.

Tedious - boring and tiresome.

Carefree - stress-free and relaxed.

Hostile- unfriendly, aggressive, or antagonistic.

Dynamic - energetic and characterized by change and progress.

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