SYNONYMS (Part-VIII)

Total Questions: 50

21. Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word. [SSC CGL 12/12/2022 (3rd Shift)]

Although Edward had noble blood, his ignoble qualities made him incapable of taking over the kingdom.

Correct Answer: (d) Unworthy
Solution:

Ignoble- not honourable in character or purpose

Unworthy not deserving respect or attention

Salient- most noticeable or important

Strange- unusual or surprising; difficult to understand or explain

Ostentatious- attracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration

22. The young fellow was innocent and without guile. [SSC CGL 12/12/2022 (4th Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) Deceit
Solution:

Guile- the practice of deceiving people or using other dishonest methods to achieve your aims Deceit an act of keeping the truth hidden, especially to get an advantage

Morality- a set of personal or social standards for good or bad behaviour and character

Pride- a feeling of pleasure and satisfaction that you get because you or people connected with you have done or got something good

Greed- a strong desire to get more of something

23. Roads in villages during rainy seasons become muddy. [SSC CGL 13/12/2022 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) filthy
Solution:

Muddy- full of or covered in mud

Filthy- disgustingly dirty

Fuzzy- having a frizzy texture or appearance

Blurred- something difficult to see

Unsoiled- not stained or dirty

24. The efforts of the doctors came to a futile end with the death of the patient. [SSC CGL 13/12/2022 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) Fruitless
Solution:

Futile- achieving no result, not effective or successful

Fruitless- fail to achieve the desired results

Enriching- giving increased enjoyment or appreciation

Startling- very surprising, astonishing, or remarkable

Terrifying- causing extreme fear

25. ''Chide'' [SSC CGL 13/12/2022 (4th Shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) Scold
Solution:

Chide- scold or rebuke

Scold- rebuke someone angrily

Prevent- happening keep something from

Rescue- save someone from a dangerous or difficult situation

Follow- go or come after (a person or thing proceeding ahead

26. ''Radiant'' [SSC CPO 09/11/2022 Afternoon]

Correct Answer: (c) Glowing
Solution:

Glowing

Radiant- Sending out light, shining or glowing brightly.

Glowing- Producing light; Shining.

Dismal- Causing a mood of gloom or depression.

Frowning- Forming an expression of disapproval, displeasure.

Depressing- Causing or resulting in a feeling of misery, unhappiness or sadness.

27. ''Glee'' [SSC CPO 09/11/2022 Afternoon]

Correct Answer: (c) Mirth
Solution:

Mirth

Glee - Happiness or great pleasure.

Mirth- Amusement, especially as expressed in laughter.

Anxiety A feeling of worry, nervousness.

Abhorrence- A feeling of hating something or someone.

Distress- Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain.

28. ''Prodigal'' [SSC CPO 09/11/2022 Afternoon ]

Correct Answer: (c) Extravagant
Solution:

Extravagant

Prodigal- Spending money or using resources freely and recklessly.

Extravagant- Lacking restraint in spending money or using resources.

Economical- Giving good value or return in relation to the money, time spent.

Scrimping -To save money by spending less than is necessary.

Conserving- To avoid wasteful or destructive use of something.

29. ''Populous'' [SSC CPO 09/11/2022 Afternoon]

Correct Answer: (a) Crowded
Solution:

Crowded

Populous - Having a large population.

Crowded - A place full of people.

Inactive- Not engaging in or involving any or much physical activity.

Sleepy - Needing or ready for sleep.

Lifeless - Dead.

30. Select the most appropriate synonym to replace the italicised word. [SSC CPO 09/11/2022 Afternoon]

We also must do something about our mental and physical lethargy.

Correct Answer: (c) hebetude
Solution:

Hebetude

Lethargy-  A lack of energy and enthusiasm.

Hebetude - The state of being dull or lethargic.

Eagerness- Enthusiasm to do or to have something.

Enthusiasm- Intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.

Vigour- Physical strength and good health.t