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  • Question 1
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    Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
    ASSIMILATE 
    Solution
    "Assimilate" means to take in and assimilate (something).

    Option A:"Absorb" means to take in or soak up (something). This is closest to the meaning of the given word; hence this is the correct option.

    Option B: "Arrange" means to put (things) in a neat, attractive, or required order. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option C: "Receive" means to be given, presented with, or paid (something). This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option D: "Assemble" means to gather together for a common purpose. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.
  • Question 2
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    Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
    OUTRE 
    Solution
    "Outre" refers to being unusual and typically rather shocking. For example: "The song had outre lyrics." 

    Option D: "Eccentric" refers to being unconventional and slightly strange. This is closest to the meaning of the given word; hence this is the correct option.

    Option B: "Traditional" refers to existing in or as part of a tradition; long-established. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option A: "Fair" refers to treating people equally without favouritism or discrimination. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option C: "Real" refers to actually existing as a thing or occurring in fact. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.
  • Question 3
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    Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
    GADFLY 
    Solution
    "Gadfly" refers to a person who annoys or criticizes others in order to provoke them into action.

    Option B: "Nuisance" refers to a person or thing causing inconvenience or annoyance. This is closest to the meaning of the given word; hence this is the correct option.

    Option A: "Horror" refers to an intense feeling of fear, shock, or disgust. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option C: "Gain" means to obtain or secure (something wanted or desirable). This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option D: "Blessing" refers to a beneficial thing for which one is grateful. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.
  • Question 4
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    Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
    RETRIBUTION 
    Solution
    "Retribution" refers to a punishment inflicted on someone as penalty for a wrong or criminal act.

    Option C: "Punishment" refers to he infliction or imposition of a penalty as result for an offence. This is closest to the meaning of the given word; hence this is the correct option.

    Option A: "Contempt" refers to the feeling that a person or a thing is worthless or beneath consideration. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option B: "Revenge" refers to the action of hurting or harming someone in return for an injury or wrong suffered at their hands. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option D: "Discount" refers to a deduction from the usual cost of something. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.
  • Question 5
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    Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
    HUMBUG 
    Solution
    "Humbug" refers to deceptive or false talk or behaviour. For example, "His comments are absolutely humbug." 

    Option A: "Deceit" refers to the action or practice of deceiving someone by concealing or misrepresenting the truth.

    Option B: "Desire" refers to a strong feeling of wanting to have something or wishing for something to happen.

    Option C: "Craving" refers to a powerful desire for something.

    Option D: "Illusion" refers to an instance of a wrong or misinterpreted meaning of a sensory experience.
  • Question 6
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    Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
    ESTRANGE 
    Solution
    "Estrange"  means to cause (someone) to be no longer on friendly terms with someone. For example, "She became estranged with her friends."

    Option C: "Alienate" means to make (someone) feel isolated or estranged. This is closest to the meaning of the given word; hence this is the correct option.

    Option A: "Puzzling" refers to being confusing or difficult to understand. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option B: "Endanger" means to put (someone or something) at risk or in danger. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option D: "Miscalculate" means to assess (a situation) wrongly. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.
  • Question 7
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    Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
    MAIM 
    Solution
    "Maim"  means to wound or injure (a person or animal) so that part of the body is permanently damaged.

    Option A: "Disfigure" means to spoil the appearance of something by permanently damaging it. This is closest to the meaning of the given word; hence this is the correct option.

    Option B: "Slit" refers to a long, narrow cut or opening. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option C: "Severe" means very strict or harsh. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option D: "Slash" means to cut with a wide, sweeping movement, typically using a knife or sword. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.
  • Question 8
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    Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
    COTERIE 
    Solution
    "Coterie" refers to a small group of people with shared interests or tastes, especially one that is exclusive of other people. For example, "A coterie of friends."

    Option B: "Group" refers to a number of people or things that are located, gathered, or classed together. This is closest to the meaning of the given word; hence this is the correct option.

    Option A: "Mob" refers to a large crowd of people, especially one that is disorderly and intent on causing trouble or violence. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option C: "Family" refers to a group of people related by blood or marriage. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option D: "Institution" refers to an organization founded for a religious, educational, professional, or social purpose. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.
  • Question 9
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    Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
    WHIMPER
    Solution
    "Whimper" refers to make a series of low, feeble sounds expressive of fear, pain, or unhappiness.

    Option B: "Cry" means to shed tears in distress, pain, or sorrow. This is closest to the meaning of the given word; hence this is the correct option.

    Option A: "Prevent" means to stop (someone) from doing something. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option C: "Instigate" means to bring about or initiate (an action or event). This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option D: "Pacify" means to reduce the anger, agitation, or excitement of someone. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.
  • Question 10
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    Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
    MASTICATE 
    Solution
    "Masticate" means to chew the food.

    Option C: "Chew" means to bite and work (food) in the mouth with the teeth, especially to make it easier to swallow. This is closest to the meaning of the given word; hence this is the correct option.

    Option A: "Devour" means to eat (food or prey) hungrily or quickly. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option B: "Drink" means to take (a liquid) into the mouth and swallow. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

    Option D: "Swallow" means to cause or allow (something, especially food or drink) to pass down the throat. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.
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