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    Against the given word, there are some alternatives, one of which is either similar in meaning (synonym) or opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the word.
    INTERIM
    Solution
    The correct answer is Option B.
    INTERIM means the intervening time, meanwhile and for a short - temporary period of time.
    Thus the correct answer will be Option B - TEMPORARY.
    The remaining options are incorrect because:
    INTERESTING means something that arouses interest.
    TIMELY means something that happens at a particular time.
    INTERNAL means something that exists inside.

  • Question 2
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    Against the given word, there are some alternatives, one of which is either similar in meaning (synonym) or opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the word.
    BUCOLIC
    Solution
    The correct answer is Option B.
    BUCOLIC means related to the country life and country side.
    RUSTIC also means the same. Thus both are synonyms.
    The remaining options are incorrect because:
    HEALTHY means in good health.
    INTOXICATED means to make drunk or toxic.
    SICK means to be mentally or physically ill.

  • Question 3
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    [/passage-header]Glowing in the heart of the Thar, the burnished sandstone, is an intricately (1) moulded wonderland. Once, what was formidable (2) desert land, today is a place of gilded (3) magic. The sunset has a peculiar (4) glow here. As the night descends (5) slowly the sky goes up in flames, which then fades (6) leaving a few embers (7) till it becomes coal black. The sun and the sky together create a new monument (8) here every day, leaving behind an exhilaration (9). Here the blazing sun creates illusions (10) of shimmering lakes on the wide expanse.

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    Select the word which has most nearly the same meaning as the original phrase/word (7).
    Solution
    'Embers' are pieces of wood or coal that continue to burn after a fire has no more flames. 
    Option A - 'Stains' means the marks left on something that are difficult to remove. Thus option A is incorrect.
    Option B - 'Colours' are red, yellow, blue, green etc. Thus option B is incorrect.
    Option D - 'Streaks' means long thin marks that are easily noticed because they are different from the area surrounding them. Thus option D is incorrect.
    Option C - As explained above, 'embers' are hot pieces of wood burning even after the fire has no more flames. Thus option C is the correct answer.
    'Embers' most nearly means 'hot piece of wood'.
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    [/passage-header]Glowing in the heart of the Thar, the burnished sandstone, is an intricately (1) moulded wonderland. Once, what was formidable (2) desert land, today is a place of gilded (3) magic. The sunset has a peculiar (4) glow here. As the night descends (5) slowly the sky goes up in flames, which then fades (6) leaving a few embers (7) till it becomes coal black. The sun and the sky together create a new monument (8) here every day, leaving behind an exhilaration (9). Here the blazing sun creates illusions (10) of shimmering lakes on the wide expanse.

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    Select the word which has most nearly the same meaning as the original phrase/word (9).
    Solution
    'Exhilaration' means excitement and happiness.
    Option B - 'Pity' is a feeling of sadness or sympathy for someone else's unhappiness or difficult situation. Thus option B is incorrect.
    Option C - 'Heavy breathing' means difficulty in breathing. Thus option C is incorrect.
    Option D - 'Sorrow' means sadness. Thus option D is incorrect.
    Option A - 'Joy' means happiness. Ths option A is the correct answer.
    'Exhilaration' means 'joy'.
  • Question 5
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    Against the given word, there are some alternatives, one of which is either similar in meaning (synonym) or opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the word.
    SLOTHFUL
    Solution
    'Slothful' means lazy. E.g. She is a slothful person to do any task. 'Ignorant' means not polite or showing respect. 'Lazy' means who is not willing to do any work or put any effort. 'Stubborn' means someone who is determined to do something. 'Fat' means someone of much weight.
    Thus, option B is the correct answer which is the synonym of the given word.
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    During the last year, the business ran into (1) unanticipated (2) difficulties and this had an adverse (3) effect on the trading position. As a result, the profit for that year was less than forecast (4). But the business picked up (5) this year.

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    Select the word which has most nearly the same meaning as the original phrase/word (2).
    Solution
    'Unanticipated' means unexpected or not predicted.
    Option A - 'Unusual' means uncommon. Thus option A is incorrect.
    Option B - 'Unfavourable' means expressing or showing a lack of approval or support. Thus option B is incorrect.
    Option D - 'Undesirable' means someone or something that is not wanted. Thus option D is incorrect.
    Option C - 'Unforeseen' means not anticipated or predicted. Thus option C is the correct answer.
    'Unanticipated' most nearly means 'unforeseen'.
  • Question 7
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    Against the given word, there are some alternatives, one of which is either similar in meaning (synonym) or opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the word.
    PEREMPTORY
    Solution
    The correct answer is Option A.
    PEREMPTORY means insisting on immediate obedience. It is another word for DICTATORIAL. Thus Option A is the correct answer.
    The remaining options are incorrect because:
    UNEXPECTED means unforeseen.
    MILITARY means relating to soldiers or armed forces.
    UNREASONABLE means lacking common sense.
  • Question 8
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    Against the given word, there are some alternatives, one of which is either similar in meaning (synonym) or opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the word.
    PROWESS
    Solution
    'Prowess' means bravery in battle. E.g. He's always boasting about his fighting prowess. 'Bravery' means brave behaviour. 'Eagerness' means wanting very much to do something. 'Keenness' means very eager. 'Understanding' means knowledge about a subject or situation. 
    Thus, option A is the correct answer which is the synonym of the given word.
  • Question 9
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    Against the given word, there are some alternatives, one of which is either similar in meaning (synonym) or opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the word.
    VIRILE
    Solution
    'Virile' means full of strength, power and energy. E.g. The ads show virile young men playing on the beach. 'Pompous' means too serious and full of importance. 'Boastful' means praising yourself and what you have done. 'Athletic' means relating to athletes. 'Manly' means having the qualities that a man should possess like strength, power. 
    Thus, option D is the correct answer which is the synonym of the given word.
  • Question 10
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    Against the given word, there are some alternatives, one of which is either similar in meaning (synonym) or opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the word.
    VINDICTIVE
    Solution
    'Vindictive' means having or showing a wish to harm someone. E.g. She is being threatened by a vindictive former prisoner. 'Revengeful' means wanting revenge. 'Petty' means very small minuscule. 'Prejudiced' means showing an unreasonable dislike for something. 'Unpopular' means not popular. 
    Thus, option A is the correct answer which is the synonym of the given word.
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