SYNONYMS (Part-IV)

Total Questions: 50

41. ''Peruse'' [SSC CGL 14/07/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) Check
Solution:

Check

Peruse- to read, examine, or study something carefully.

Draw- to representation. create a picture or

Pursue- follow or chase (someone or something).

Narrate- to tell a story, events or experiences.

42. The salesman yielded to the demands of his corrupt boss. [SSC CGL 14/07/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) Conceded
Solution:

Conceded- to surrender or yield.

Yielded- to give in or surrender.

Courted- to try hard to please someone.

Hounded- to follow and disturb something.

Trended- to become popular or gained popularity.

43. The efforts will be we do not submit the project report on time. [SSC CGL 17/07/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) useless
Solution:

Useless- not helpful or effective.

Vain- useless, having no value.

Careless- not paying enough attention.

Delightful- very enjoyable and pleasing.

Sensible- making good and practical decisions.

44. The case of Vanuatu in 2020 is a clear example of the constant and complex challenges faced by SIDS. [SSC CGL 17/07/2023 (2nd Shift)]

It shows how SIDS are dealing with multiple crises at the same time and how COVID-19 has particularly exposed SIDS' extreme and interlinked vulnerabilities.

Correct Answer: (d) interlaced
Solution:

Interlaced- connected with each other.

Interlinked- connected or joined together.

Continuous- uninterrupted, without a break or gap.

Severe- very serious or harsh

45. The company was engaged in spurious trade practices. [SSC CGL 18/07/2023 (4th Shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) Fraudulent
Solution:

Fraudulent- dishonest and illegal.

Spurious- not genuine; false or fake.

Effective- producing the desired result or having the intended impact.

Spacious- having ample space, roomy and large.

Trendy- fashionable, currently popular or in vogue.

46. ''Intriguing'' [SSC CGL 18/07/2023 (4th Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) Interesting
Solution:

Interesting- attracting one's attention because it is exciting.

Intriguing- very interesting because of being unusual or mysterious.

Glorifying- praising something or someone. or honoring

Ravishing- extremely attractive. beautiful or

Stunning- astonishingly beautiful or impressive.

47. I always enjoy the company of respectful teachers. [SSC CGL 18/07/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) dutiful
Solution:

Dutiful- happy to respect and obey somebody.

Admiring- to regard with wonder, pleasure or approval.

Derogatory- disrespectful, belittling, or insulting.

Insolent- disrespectful in speech or behaviour.

48. The government's utilitarian stance was appreciated by all. [SSC CGL 18/07/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) useful
Solution:

Useful- having a practical purpose or use.

Utilitarian- designed to be useful and practical.

Thrust- push strongly. or force something

Fanciful- full of imagination or fantasy.

Distasteful- unpleasant to the taste or smell.

49. The outcome document of the Rio+20 Conference, the Future We Want, underscores climate change as an inevitable and urgent global challenge with long-term implications for the sustainable development of all countries". Through the document, Members State express their concern about the continuous rising of emissions of greenhouse gases and the vulnerability of all countries, particularly developing countries, to the adverse impacts of climate change. [SSC CGL 18/07/2023 (3rd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) undeniable
Solution:

Undeniable- impossible to deny or disprove. something

Inevitable- something that is bound to happen.

Immemorable- something that cannot be remembered.

Adventurous- something excitement and risk. full of

Escapable- something that can be avoided.

50. In the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, Member States express their commitment to protect the planet from degradation and take urgent action on climate change. [SSC CGL 18/07/2023 (4th Shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) degeneration
Solution:

Degeneration- the process of getting worse over time.

Degradation- the act of breaking down or making something lower in quality.

Pollution- harmful substances entering the environment, making it dirty or harmful.

Hazard- something dangerous or risky that could cause harm.

Approval- giving permission or agreeing to something.