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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    Person who is indifferent to both pleasure and pain
    Solution
    'A person who is indifferent to both pleasure and pain' is Option C, Stoic. Option A, 'Saint' is a holy person. Option B, 'Ascetic' is a person who leads simple life, avoiding physical pleasures, especially for religious reasons.. Option D, 'Hermit' is a person who lives alone, apart from the society, especially for religious reasons. Thus, options A, B and D are incorrect and the correct word for the given phrase is Option C, 'Stoic'.
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    Mental weariness for want of occupation
    Solution
    'Mental weariness for want of occupation' is Option B, Ennui. Option A, 'Fatigue' is extreme tiredness or exhaustion. Option C, 'Languor' is lethargy. Option D, 'Debility' is physical weakness. Thus, options A, C and D are incorrect and the correct word for the given phrase is Option B, Ennui.
  • Question 3
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    A person who believes that pleasure is the chief good
    Solution
    'A person who believes that pleasure is the chief good' is Option B, Hedonist. Option A, Stoic is a person who can endure pain without complaining. Option C, Epicure means is a person who enjoys high quality food and drink. Option D, Sensual is a person who shows great interest in physical pleasures. Thus, options A, C and D are incorrect and the correct word for the given phrase is option B, Hedonist.
  • Question 4
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    One who is determined to exact full vengeance for wrongs done to him
    Solution
    "One who is determined to exact full vengeance for wrongs done to him" is Option C, Vindictive. Option A, Ubiquitous is something that is found everywhere. Option B, Usurper is a person who takes a position of power by force or illegally Option D, Virulent is a disease or poison that spreads very quickly and is very dangerous . Thus, options A, B and D are incorrect options and the correct word for the given phrase is Option C, Vindictive.
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    Commencement of words with the same letter
    Solution
    'Commencement of words with same letter' is called Option B, Alliteration. When the endings of the words of two lines have same sound, they create a rhyme, like in a poem. This is Option A. Option C, 'Pun' is humorous use of word that has different meanings or that sounds like another word. Option D 'Oxymoron' is figure of speech in which two words are used together that  have opposite meanings and create an effect when used together. For example: cruel kindness. Thus, options A, C and D are incorrect and the correct word for the given phrase is Option B, Alliteration.

  • Question 6
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    Regard for others as a principle of action
    Solution
    'Regard for others as a principle of action' is Option D, Altruism. Option A, 'Cynicism'  is a belief that people are interested only in themselves and are not sincere. Option B 'Nepotism' is. the act of using  one's power or influence to get job or advantage for their members of the family. Option C, 'Philanthropy' is the activity of helping poor, especially by giving them money. Thus, options A, B and C are incorrect and the correct word for the phrase is Option D, Altruism.
  • Question 7
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    Words different in meaning but similar in sound
    Solution
    'Words different in meaning but similar in sound' is Option A, Homonym. Option B, 'Synonym' is the word that has same meaning as the other word. Option C, 'Acronym' is an abbreviation that is formed by first letters of each word and pronounced like that. Example: NASA. Option D, 'Antonym' is a word that is opposite in meaning to that of the other word. Thus, options B, C and D are incorrect and the correct word for the given phrase is Option A, Homonym.
  • Question 8
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    A person who regards the whole world as his country
    Solution
    A person who regards the whole world as his country is Option C, Cosmopolitan. Option A, Patriot is a person who loves his country and is proud of it. Option B, Nationalist is a person who strongly believes that his country is better than others.. Option D, Metropolitan  means belonging to a large busy city. Thus, options A, B and D are incorrect and the correct word for the phrase is Option C, Cosmopolitan.
  • Question 9
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    To change shape, nature or substance of
    Solution
    Word for the phrase 'To change shape, nature or substance of' is Option D, Transmute. Transmute is changing something completely. Option A, Modulate means to regulate or adjust. Option B, Substitute means replacement or fill-in. Option C, Remodel means to give new form or shape to something. Thus, the options A, B and C are incorrect and the correct word for the phrase is Option D, Transmute.
  • Question 10
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    Person who claims to have great love for and understanding of what is beautiful in nature, art etc
    Solution
    Option A, Aesthete is a 'person who claims to have great love for and understanding of what is beautiful in nature, art etc'. Option A 'Critic' is a person who judges the merits of artistic works, professionally. Option C 'Connoisseur' is a person who has expert knowledge of food, drinks and can judge its quality. Option D 'Artist' is a person who paints or draws as a profession or hobby. Thus, options A, C and D are incorrect and the correct word for the phrase is Option B, Aesthete.
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