SYNONYMS (Part-V)

Total Questions: 50

41. The weather forecast mentioned that there would be a cloud burst this afternoon. [SSC CGL 27/07/2023 (4th Shift)]

(a) rainstorm
(b) sandstorm
(c) famine
(d) snowfall

Correct Answer: (a) rainstorm

Solution:Rainstorm - a long period of heavy rain.

Cloud burst- a sudden and intense release of rainwater from a cloud.

Sandstorm- a strong wind that blows sand and dust.

Famine- a severe shortage of food.

Snowfall- the fall of snow from the sky.

42. The hapless incident was a result of sheer negligence by the authorities Graduate Level. [Graduate Level 27/06/2023 (Shift-4)]

(a) joyful
(b) triumphant
(c) ill-fated
(d) grateful

Correct Answer: (c) ill-fated

Solution:Rainstorm - a long period of heavy rain.

Cloud burst- a sudden and intense release of rainwater from a cloud.

Sandstorm- a strong wind that blows sand and dust.

Famine- a severe shortage of food.

Snowfall- the fall of snow from the sky.

43. There were a plethora of options available to the applicant. [Graduate Level 28/06/2023 (Shift-3)]

(a) destructive
(b) recess
(c) excess
(d) insufficient

Correct Answer: (c) excess

Solution:Excess- an amount that is more than normal.

Plethora- too much amount of something.

Destructive - causing harm or damage.

Recess- a break or pause, often used in the context of school or work.

Insufficient - not enough.

44. The moral values in this nation were at their nadir during the autocrat's rule. [Graduate Level 30/06/2023 (Shift-1)]

(a) highest point
(b) lowest point
(c) equatorial
(d) medial point

Correct Answer: (b) lowest point

Solution:lowest point

Nadir- lowest point or bottom of something.

Equatorial- something that is related to or situated near the equator.

45. ''Paranoia'' [Higher Secondary 30/06/2023 (Shift-2)]

(a) Assurance
(b) Anxiety
(c) Belief
(d) Faith

Correct Answer: (b) Anxiety

Solution:Anxiety - A feeling of unease, worry, or fear.

Paranoia - a state of extreme fear or distrust of others.

Assurance- a positive declaration or a promise.

Belief an acceptance that something exists or is true.

Faith- complete trust or confidence in someone or something.

46. Biosphere reserves are 'learning places for sustainable development'. [Matriculation Level 27/06/2023 (Shift-1)]

(a) brief
(b) maintainable
(c) temporary
(d) unsuitable

Correct Answer: (b) maintainable

Solution:Maintainable- Capable of being kept in good condition or sustained over time.

Sustainable Able to last and continue without harming the environment.

Brief- Short in duration or length.

Temporary - Lasting for a short time, not permanent.

Unsuitable - Not appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose.

47. As far as possible, solid waste should be managed at the household level so that minimum waste is delivered for management at the community level. [Matriculation Level 30/06/2023 (Shift-3)]

(a) withdrew
(b) relocated
(c) replaced
(d) deposited

Correct Answer: (d) deposited

Solution:Deposited - to place especially for safekeeping or as a pledge.

Withdrew-Took back or removed something.

Relocated- Moved to a different location.

Replaced - Substituted or put something in the position of another.

48. ''Awful Matriculation'' [Matriculation Level 30/06/2023 (Shift-3)]

(a) Inoffensive
(b) Delightful
(c) Acceptable
(d) Terrible

Correct Answer: (d) Terrible

Solution:Terrible - very bad or unpleasant.

Awful - extremely bad, unpleasant.

Inoffensive- not causing harm or offense.

Delightful - causing great pleasure or enjoyment.

Acceptable- able to be agreed on or approved.

49. ''Flout'' [SSC CHSL Tier-II (26/06/2023)]

(a) Rude
(b) Poke
(c) Rash
(d) Defy

Correct Answer: (d) Defy

Solution:Defy- Not to obey a person, decision or law.

Flout- To ignore a rule or a law.

Rude- Displaying a lack of manners or respect

Poke- A gentle push or tap to something, often using your finger or a pointed object.

Rash- Do something carelessly without thinking about the result.

50. In the twentieth century, many (radical) intellectuals embraced the mass media. [SSC MTS 02/05/2023 Afternoon]

(a) sabbatical
(b) egotistical
(c) sceptical
(d) fanatical

Correct Answer: (d) fanatical

Solution:Fanatical- extremely interested in something.

Radical - Extreme Sabbatical a period of paid leave granted to an individual.

Egotistical - self-centred.

Sceptical not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations.

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