Synonyms & Antonyms Test - 9

Synonym of CORRESPONDENCE:

• Agreements: Agreements refer to mutual understandings or arrangements between parties. It is not a synonym for correspondence.


• Contracts: Contracts are legally binding agreements between two or more parties. It is not a synonym for correspondence.


• Documents: Documents are written, printed, or electronic materials that provide information or evidence. It is not a synonym for correspondence.


• Letters: Letters are written or printed messages exchanged between people. This is the correct synonym for correspondence as both involve written communication.

Therefore, the correct synonym for CORRESPONDENCE is LETTERS .

"Ascend " means to go up or climb.  For example: "She ascended the stairs."

Option B: "Mount "means to climb up something. This is closest to the meaning of the given word; hence this is the correct option.

Option A: "Leap "refers to making a jump. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

Option C: "Deviate "means to drift away from the normal course. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

Option D: "Grow "means to develop. This is different than what is given; hence this option is incorrect.

Furore means  Excitement. So, both are synonyms

• Summary: The correct answer is C: Summary.


• Explanation:




• Summary is a concise overview of the main points in a text.


• It provides a brief description of the key elements of the text without going into too much detail.


• Other options like Index, Mixture, and Puzzles do not accurately describe the content of a summary.

When used as verbs, show up means to appear, arrive, or attend, especially suddenly or erratically, whereas turn up means to show up. Show up as a verb (intransitive): To appear, arrive, or attend, especially suddenly or erratically.

Strength : the quality or state of being physically strong.
Boldness : willingness to take risks and act innovatively; confidence or courage.
Warmth : the quality, state, or sensation of being warm; moderate heat.
Enthusiasm : intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.
Vigour : physical strength and good health.

Synonym of Vigour is Strength
 

Paint : a coloured substance which is spread over a surface and dries to leave a thin decorative or protective coating.
Garner : gather or collect (something, especially information or approval).
Adorn : make more beautiful or attractive.
Abuse : use (something) to bad effect or for a bad purpose; misuse.
Garnish : decorate or embellish (something, especially food).

Synonym of Garnish is Adorn

Confidence :  the feeling or belief that one can have faith in or rely on someone or something.
False :  not according with truth or fact; incorrect.
Encouraging :  giving someone support or confidence; supportive.
Provocative :  causing anger or another strong reaction, especially deliberately.
Mendacious :  not telling the truth; lying.

Synonym of  Mendacious  is  False

Credulity : a tendency to be too ready to believe that something is real or true.
Senility : old age.
Loquaciousness : tending to talk a great deal; talkative.
Speciousness : apparently good or right though lacking real merit.
Garrulity : excessive talkativeness, especially on trivial matters.

Synonym of Garrulity is Loquaciousness
 

Explanation of Morose:

• Definition: Morose means having a sullen and gloomy disposition.


• Synonyms: Sullen, gloomy, glum, melancholy.


• Antonyms: Cheerful, happy, content.


• Characteristics: Morose individuals often appear grumpy, sad, or irritable.

• Annoyed: Annoyed implies a mild level of irritation, not the deep-seated gloominess associated with morose.


• Gloomy: Correct. Gloomy aligns with the definition of morose as being sullen and despondent.


• Moody: While related, moody does not capture the specific sense of gloominess conveyed by morose.


• Displeased: Displeased suggests a general dissatisfaction, lacking the deeper emotional tone of morose.

Therefore, the correct answer is Gloomy as it best encapsulates the sullen and despondent nature of the word morose.