In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.Sunlight and shadow made the landscape a "kaleidoscope" of colour.

tube containing mirrors and loose pieces of coloured glass

frequently changing pattern of bright scenes

resembling the seven colours of rainbow

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1251.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.INEBRIATE
A.	Dreamy
B.	Stupefied
C.	Unsteady
D.	Drunken
Answer» E.

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1252.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The International Community may begin to doubt the "credentials" of the largest democracy in the world.
A.	principles
B.	dependability
C.	capacity to return loans
D.	trustworthiness
Answer» E.

Discussion

1253.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.That young is quite "sanguine" about the result of his competitive examination.
A.	depressed
B.	pessimistic
C.	anxious
D.	optimistic
Answer» E.

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1254.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.MELD
A.	To soothe
B.	Merge
C.	Purchase
D.	Glisten
Answer» C. Purchase

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1255.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.EXTRICATE
A.	Pull
B.	Free
C.	Tie
D.	Complicate
Answer» C. Tie

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1256.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The poem is written in a very "lucid" style.
A.	elaborate
B.	clear
C.	noble
D.	intricate
Answer» C. noble

Discussion

1257.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The base of an Indian Politicians is the group of "sycophants" around them who earn bad name for their leaders.
A.	submissive
B.	foppish
C.	flatterers
D.	jarnor
Answer» D. jarnor

Discussion

1258.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.Whatever opinion he give is "sane".
A.	rational
B.	obscure
C.	wild
D.	arrogant
Answer» B. obscure

Discussion

1259.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The small boy was able to give a "graphic" description of the thief.
A.	picture
B.	drawing
C.	vivid
D.	broad
Answer» D. broad

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1260.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.True religion does not require one to "proselytise" through guile or force.
A.	translate
B.	hypnotise
C.	attack
D.	convert
Answer» E.

Discussion

1261.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The bullet wound proved to be "fatal" and the soldier died immediately.
A.	grievous
B.	dangerous
C.	serious
D.	deadly
Answer» E.

Discussion

1262.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.NEUTRAL
A.	Unbiased
B.	Non-aligned
C.	Undecided
D.	Indifferent
Answer» B. Non-aligned

Discussion

1263.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The notice said that the meeting would begin "precisely" at 9.30 AM.
A.	approximately
B.	exactly
C.	accurately
D.	concisely
Answer» C. accurately

Discussion

1264.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.When he could not endure the cruel ragging any longer, the new recruit bravely "stood up to" all his bullying seniors.
A.	challenged
B.	fought back
C.	resisted
D.	defeated
Answer» D. defeated

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1265.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.TIMID
A.	Fast
B.	Slow
C.	Medium
D.	Shy
Answer» E.

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1266.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.LYNCH
A.	Hang
B.	Madden
C.	Kill
D.	Shoot
Answer» D. Shoot

Discussion

1267.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.His visit to foreign countries brought about a "sea-change" in his outlook and his attitude to people.
A.	complete change
B.	partial change
C.	favourable change
D.	unfavourable change
Answer» B. partial change

Discussion

1268.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.In spite of their efforts, the team of scientists could not make much "headway" to solve the problem.
A.	progress
B.	thinking
C.	efforts
D.	start
Answer» B. thinking

Discussion

1269.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.ABUNDANT
A.	Ripe
B.	Cheap
C.	Plenty
D.	Absent
Answer» D. Absent

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1270.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The visitor had a "bohemian" look.
A.	hostile
B.	unconventional
C.	sinister
D.	unfriendly
Answer» C. sinister

Discussion

1271.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.Sunlight and shadow made the landscape a "kaleidoscope" of colour.
A.	tube containing mirrors and loose pieces of coloured glass
B.	frequently changing pattern of bright scenes
C.	a mixture of black and white
D.	resembling the seven colours of rainbow
Answer» C. a mixture of black and white

Discussion

1272.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The accident occurred due to his "lapse".
A.	trick
B.	interval
C.	error
D.	ignorance
Answer» D. ignorance

Discussion

1273.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.DIVERSION
A.	Amusement
B.	Distortion
C.	Deviation
D.	Bylane
Answer» D. Bylane

Discussion

1274.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The tablet "alleviated" the pain, and the patient was soon feeling much better.
A.	mitigated
B.	moderated
C.	removed
D.	lightened
Answer» B. moderated

Discussion

1275.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.When he returned he was accompanied by a "sprightly" young girl.
A.	beautiful
B.	lively
C.	intelligent
D.	sportive
Answer» C. intelligent

Discussion

1276.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The great dancer impressed the appreciative crowd by his "nimble" movements.
A.	Unrhythmic
B.	lively
C.	quickening
D.	clear
Answer» D. clear

Discussion

1277.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The president of the party "deprecated" the move of the Government to introduce electoral reforms in a haste.
A.	welcomed
B.	denied
C.	protested
D.	humiliated
Answer» D. humiliated

Discussion

1278.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.INTIMIDATE
A.	To hint
B.	Frighten
C.	Bluff
D.	Harass
Answer» C. Bluff

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1279.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.CANTANKEROUS
A.	Quarrelsome
B.	Rash
C.	Disrespectful
D.	Noisy
Answer» B. Rash

Discussion

1280.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.RANT
A.	Praise inordinately
B.	Formalise
C.	To preach noisily
D.	Treat with screen
Answer» D. Treat with screen

Discussion

1281.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.GERMANE
A.	Responsible
B.	Logical
C.	Possible
D.	Relevant
Answer» E.

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1282.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.DISTINCTION
A.	Diffusion
B.	Disagreement
C.	Different
D.	Degree
Answer» D. Degree

Discussion

1283.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.ERROR
A.	Misadventure
B.	Misgiving
C.	Ambiguity
D.	Blunder
Answer» E.

Discussion

1284.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.UNCOUTH
A.	Ungraceful
B.	Rough
C.	Slovenly
D.	Dirty
Answer» C. Slovenly

Discussion

1285.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.PIOUS
A.	Pure
B.	Pretentious
C.	Clean
D.	Devout
Answer» E.

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1286.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.COMMENSURATE
A.	Measurable
B.	Proportionate
C.	Begining
D.	Appropriate
Answer» C. Begining

Discussion

1287.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The claims of students look hollow when they "attribute" their poor performance to difficulty of examination.
A.	infer
B.	impute
C.	inhere
D.	inundate
Answer» C. inhere

Discussion

1288.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.DEBACLE
A.	Collapse
B.	Decline
C.	Defeat
D.	Disgrace
Answer» B. Decline

Discussion

1289.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.Catching snakes can be "hazardous" for people untrained in the art.
A.	tricky
B.	harmful
C.	difficult
D.	dangerous
Answer» E.

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1290.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.Only those who are "gullible" take every advertisement seriously.
A.	fallible
B.	enthusiastic
C.	unsuspecting
D.	unrealistic
Answer» D. unrealistic

Discussion

1291.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The young man appears to be quite "headstrong".
A.	thick-headed
B.	obstinate
C.	robust
D.	witty
Answer» C. robust

Discussion

1292.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.Even though singing of ballads is no longer "lucrative" the Bhopas of Rajasthan continue to sing them in order to cherish the memory of their royal warriors.
A.	tempting
B.	attractive
C.	profitable
D.	honourable
Answer» D. honourable

Discussion

1293.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.All the characters in this novel are "fictitious".
A.	unbelievable
B.	unreliable
C.	infamous
D.	unreal
Answer» E.

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1294.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.ADMONISH
A.	Punish
B.	Curse
C.	Dismiss
D.	Reprimand
Answer» E.

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1295.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.DILIGENT
A.	Progressive
B.	Brilliant
C.	Inventive
D.	Hard-working
Answer» E.

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1296.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.REPEAL
A.	Sanction
B.	Perpetuate
C.	Pass
D.	Cancel
Answer» E.

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1297.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.I don't like "alien" fashions.
A.	foreign
B.	extraneous
C.	unusual
D.	exotic
Answer» B. extraneous

Discussion

1298.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.It took him a long time to "come round" after the operation.
A.	recover
B.	walk
C.	move
D.	eat
Answer» B. walk

Discussion

1299.	Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.PRESTIGE
A.	Influence
B.	Quality
C.	Name
D.	Wealth
Answer» D. Wealth

Discussion

1300.	In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.He "corroborated" the statement of his brother.
A.	confirmed
B.	disproved
C.	condemned
D.	seconded
Answer» B. disproved

Discussion

Explore topic-wise MCQs in English Skills Ability.

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.INEBRIATE

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.MELD

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.EXTRICATE

In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The poem is written in a very "lucid" style.

In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.Whatever opinion he give is "sane".

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.NEUTRAL

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.TIMID

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.LYNCH

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.ABUNDANT

In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The visitor had a "bohemian" look.

In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The accident occurred due to his "lapse".

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.DIVERSION

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.INTIMIDATE

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.CANTANKEROUS

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.RANT

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.GERMANE

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.DISTINCTION

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.ERROR

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.UNCOUTH

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.PIOUS

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.COMMENSURATE

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.DEBACLE

In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.The young man appears to be quite "headstrong".

In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.All the characters in this novel are "fictitious".

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.ADMONISH

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.DILIGENT

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.REPEAL

In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.I don't like "alien" fashions.

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.PRESTIGE

In each of the sentences given below a word is in quotion marks. Below it four choices are given. Pick up the one which is most nearly the same in meaning as the word in quotion marks and can replaces it without altering the meaning of the sentence.He "corroborated" the statement of his brother.