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  • Question 1
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    Directions: In the following question, select the antonym of the underlined word in the sentence.

    His eternal love for his wife led him to agree for the risky operation.
    Solution
    'Eternal' is something continuing forever, so 'ephemeral', which means short lived, is its opposite.
  • Question 2
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    Directions: In the following question, give the antonym of the underlined word in the sentence.

    She wore fabulously ornate earrings to the party.
    Solution
    'Ornate' means 'something which is decorated', so 'plain', which means 'lack of decoration or extraneous elements', is its opposite.
  • Question 3
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    Directions: In the following question, select the antonym of the underlined word in the sentence.

    I spent a long and dreary day in her company.
    Solution
    'Dreary' is used to refer to something which is not exciting. Therefore, 'intriguing', which means exciting, is the word opposite in meaning.
  • Question 4
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    Directions: In the following question, select the antonym of the underlined word in the sentence.

    Mira has a huge antipathy towards people who do not keep their houses clean.
    Solution
    'Antipathy' means dislike or hatred towards someone. So, 'attraction' is the word which is opposite to it.
  • Question 5
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    Directions: In the following question, select the antonym of the underlined word in the sentence.

    I was oblivious of the fact that they had to face such adverse circumstances.
    Solution
    'Oblivious' means ignorant or unaware. So, conscious, meaning well aware of everything, is its opposite.
  • Question 6
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    Directions: In the following question, give the antonym of the given word.

    Jocular
    Solution
    'Jocular' is someone who is characterised by jokes and good humor. So, 'serious' would be the word opposite in meaning.
  • Question 7
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    Directions: In the following question, give the antonym of the given word.

    Morose
    Solution
    'Morose' means gloomy or depressed, so 'cheerful' would be the word opposite in meaning.
  • Question 8
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    Directions: In the following question, give the antonym of the given word.

    Lunacy
    Solution
    'Lunacy' means insanity, so 'sagacity', which means wisdom, would be the word opposite in meaning.
  • Question 9
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    Directions: In the following question, give the antonym of the given word.

    Acquit
    Solution
    'Acquit' means to release someone from a charge. Thus, convict is the correct antonym for it.
  • Question 10
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    Directions: In the following question, give the antonym of the given word.

    Abhor
    Solution
    'Abhor' means to have an intense dislike for someone. Thus, admire is the correct antonym for it.
  • Question 11
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    Directions: In the following question, give the antonym of the given word.

    Anarchy
    Solution
    'Anarchy' refers to a state of disorder. Thus, order is the correct antonym for it.
  • Question 12
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    Directions: Select the word which means the opposite of each word.

    Gruesome
    Solution
    'Gruesome' means something which is shockingly unpleasing, so 'pleasing' would be opposite to it.
  • Question 13
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    Directions: Select the word which means the opposite of each word.

    Abbreviate
    Solution
    'To abbreviate' means to shorten something, so 'extending' would be its opposite.
  • Question 14
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    Directions: Select the word which means the opposite of each word.

    Bane
    Solution
    'Bane' means something causing misery or death, so 'blessing' is the word opposite in meaning.
  • Question 15
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    Directions: Select the word which means the opposite of each word.

    Copious
    Solution
    'Copious' refers to something in a large quantity, so meager meaning little is the correct antonym for it.
  • Question 16
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    Directions: Select the word which means the opposite of the given word.

    Sordid
    Solution
    'Sordid' refers to something low and disgusting, so reputable meaning worthy or decent is the correct antonym for it.
  • Question 17
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    Directions: Select the word which means the opposite of the given word.

    Haughty
    Solution
    'Haughty' refers to someone who is arrogant or proud, so meek meaning someone humble is the correct antonym for it.
  • Question 18
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    Directions: Select the word which means the opposite of the given word.

    Abashed
    Solution
    'Abashed' refers to a person who is feeling ashamed and 'self-possessed' meaning calm and confident is the correct antonym for it.
  • Question 19
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    Directions: Select the word which means the opposite of the given word.

    Allay
    Solution
    'Allay' means to reduce or relieve something and 'aggravate' meaning to increase something is the correct antonym for it.
  • Question 20
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    Directions: Select the word which means the opposite of the given word.

    Bizarre
    Solution
    'Bizarre' refers to something that is weird or odd and 'commonplace' meaning ordinary is the correct antonym for it.
  • Question 21
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    Directions: Find the statement where the given word has not been used correctly.

    ALTERNATE
    Solution
    "Alternate" in (1) is the correct usage as it means to do or occur by turns.
    In (2), it means every second one, thereby depicting its correct usage.
    "Alternative" in (3) and (4) means the freedom of choice, especially between two things or possibilities.
    "Alternative" in (4) would be incorrect. The correct usage would be "alternate" which gives sense to the sentence.

    Hence, (4) is an incorrect answer.
  • Question 22
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    Directions: Find the statement where the given word has not been used correctly.

    INITIATIVE
    Solution
    Meaning of the term 'initiative' in options (1) and (2) is the ability and enterprise to do what needs to be done. The meaning as used in option (3) is 'the power or right to take action'. In option (4), the word 'initiative' is incorrectly used as you cannot hold somebody else responsible for your own initiative. The incorrect usage is in option (4).
  • Question 23
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    Directions: Below is given a word, its meanings and sentences they have been used in. Match the word with its meaning and the sentence it has been used in.

    BEAR

    (A) To Bear – to support
    (B) To Bear – to show
    (C) To Bear – to produce
    (D) To Bear – to move in the stated direction

    I. Cross the field, bear left and you will soon reach the village.
    II. All the costs of the repairs will be borne by the company.
    III. The tree is bearing a lot of apples this year.
    IV. What he says bears no relation to the truth.
    Solution
    In sentence I, there are some directions given. So, it is matched to D.
    In sentence II, it is said that the cost will be supported by the company. So, it is matched to A.
    Sentence III means that the tree is producing apples. So, it is matched to C.
    Sentence IV means that what he says does not show any relation to the truth. So, it is matched to B.

    Hence, only option (1) gives the correct matching codes.
  • Question 24
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    Directions: Below is given a word, its meaning and sentences it has been used in. Match the word with its meaning and the sentence it has been used in.

    LIFE

    (A) Life – living things
    (B) Life – activity
    (C) Life – the period during which one is alive
    (D) Life – A person

    I. Several lives were lost in the battle.
    II. His working life was full of accidents.
    III. There was no sign of life in the empty house.
    IV. Is there any life on the moon?
    Solution
    In sentence I, 'lives' is being referred to the number of persons who died in the battle. So, it is matched to D.
    In sentence II, 'life' is being referred to the entire period he was alive. So, it is matched to C.
    In sentence III, 'life' is being referred to some activity. So, it is matched to D.
    In sentence IV, 'life' is being referred to living beings. So, it is matched to A.

    Hence, only option (4) gives the correct matching codes.
  • Question 25
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    Directions: For the word given at the top of the table, match the meaning on the left (1, 2, 3 and 4) with their corresponding usage on the right (a, b, c and d). Out of the possibilities given in the boxes below the table, select the one that has all the definitions and their usage correctly matched.

    ADDRESS

    Meaning Usage
    1. A place where one lives or works a. He addressed himself to the chairman.
    2. To indicate to whom and where something is to be sent b. We must address ourselves to the problem of unemployment.
    3. To direct a speech to people c. Our address is 25 Church Street, Mumbai.
    4. A formal word meaning to direct one's efforts or attention d. Address the parcel to my wife.
    Solution
    The answer can be derived by finding any one or two pairs.
    1-c is a pair as ''address is ...'' is an example of a place where one lives.
    2-d is a pair as ''...to my wife'' is an example of indicating to whom something is to be sent.
    Only option 3 contains this combination.

    Meaning Usage
    1. A place where one lives or works c. Our address is 25 Church Street, Mumbai.
    2. To indicate to whom and where something is to be sent d. Address the parcel to my wife.
    3. To direct a speech to people a. He addressed himself to the chairman.
    4. A formal word meaning to direct one's efforts or attention b. We must address ourselves to the problem of unemployment.
  • Question 26
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    Directions: For the word given at the top of the table, match the meaning on the left (1, 2, 3 and 4) with their corresponding usage on the right (a, b, c and d). Out of the possibilities given in the boxes below the table, select the one that has all the definitions and their usage correctly matched.

    ADHERE

    Meaning Usage
    1. To stick firmly a. You must adhere to all the rules.
    2. Glue or other substance used for sticking objects together b. He is an adherent of the religious sect.
    3. To abide by, heed or keep to c. Tiles adhere to the wall.
    4. A follower or supporter d. Contact adhesive is known for its strong adhesion.
    Solution
    The answer can be derived by finding any one or two pairs.
    3-a is a pair as ''adhere to all the rules'' is an example of abiding by something.
    4-b is a pair as ''...adherent of the'' is an example of being a follower or supporter of something.
    Only option 3 contains this combination.

    Meaning Usage
    1. To stick firmly c. Tiles adhere to the wall.
    2. Glue or other substance used for sticking objects together d. Contact adhesive is known for its strong adhesion.
    3. To abide by, heed or keep to a. You must adhere to all the rules.
    4. A follower or supporter b. He is an adherent of the religious sect.
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