5448 + Mcqs in Vocabulary McqOptions

1.	Choose the sentence that uses the word ‘apprise’ correctly:
A.	The problem is obviously one of deciding how to apprise the evidence presented here.
B.	They should have taken the time to apprise the changing political scenario
C.	Let’s apprise the advantages of air travel.
D.	The assistant will apprise the director of the situation.
Answer» E.

Discussion

2.	In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.When negative attitudes toward religion, in the West or elsewhere, are motivated by a _________ for justice, they must be respected.
A.	Disinterest
B.	Concern
C.	Distraction
D.	Association
Answer» C. Distraction

Discussion

3.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word. Negotiate
A.	Adjust
B.	Consult
C.	Debate
D.	Remain
Answer» E.

Discussion

4.	Directions: In the following sentence, one part may have an error. Choose the one which has the error if any: It is high time that we send the answer to this query.
A.	It is high time
B.	that we send
C.	the answer
D.	to this query
Answer» C. the answer

Discussion

5.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word.Casting
A.	Erase
B.	Shape
C.	Slice
D.	Sculpt
Answer» B. Shape

Discussion

6.	In the following question, out of the four given alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.Make a fool of oneself
A.	To be stupid
B.	Greedy
C.	Puzzled
D.	Annoyed
Answer» B. Greedy

Discussion

7.	Directions: For a word/phrase is given followed by four options. You have to select the option which explains the meaning of the word/phrase.Origami
A.	Bird watching as a hobby
B.	Art of folding paper into shapes
C.	State of extreme pleasure
D.	Public debate
Answer» C. State of extreme pleasure

Discussion

8.	Choose the correct antonym of the following word from the options given :RETICENT
A.	reserved
B.	coy
C.	quiet
D.	outspoken
Answer» E.

Discussion

9.	In the following question, a word has been given. Choose the sentence(s) in which it is used correctly.Hamper(A) Although the pain medication has its benefits, it can also hamper the body’s capacity to break down toxins.(B) Hamper and plain, the woman was known for her delicious cooking but not her looks.(C) The runner hamper tossed the baton to his teammate who took off toward the finish line.
A.	Only A
B.	Only B
C.	Only C
D.	Both A and B
E.	All are correct
Answer» B. Only B

Discussion

10.	In the following question, the sentence given with blank is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option. The elephant stampeded and tore _____ the streets.
A.	on
B.	out
C.	off
D.	down
Answer» E.

Discussion

11.	Directions: Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.I had a broken bone in the hand which the doctor called a ______ and suggested immediate surgery.
A.	fracture
B.	contamination
C.	infection
D.	wound
Answer» B. contamination

Discussion

12.	Directions: Select the correct antonym for the given word.Formidable
A.	Trivial
B.	Scary
C.	Appalling
D.	Dangerous
Answer» B. Scary

Discussion

13.	Direction: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word/words followed by four words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word/words and mark your response on your Answer Sheet accordingly.There prevailed a woebegone feeling in the room.
A.	Sad
B.	Cheerful
C.	Sleepy
D.	Thoughtful
Answer» C. Sleepy

Discussion

14.	Choose the odd one from given four choices :
A.	Honey
B.	Pearl
C.	Coral
D.	Resin
Answer» E.

Discussion

15.	Each of the following sentences has a blank space and four words are given below it. Select the word or group of words you consider most appropriate for the blank space and indicate your response accordingly.The whole lot of young men was very enthusiastic but your friend alone was ________.
A.	Quarrelsome
B.	Complaining
C.	A wet blanket
D.	sleepy
Answer» D. sleepy

Discussion

16.	Directions: Four words are given, out of which only one word is spelt correctly. Choose the correctly spelt word and click the button corresponding to it.
A.	flopiest
B.	floppiest
C.	flloppiest
D.	fllopiest
Answer» C. flloppiest

Discussion

17.	Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is an antonym or the most opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.This was an act of ruthless ferocity.
A.	mindful
B.	majestic
C.	charming
D.	merciful
Answer» E.

Discussion

18.	Directions: Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the response (a), (b), (c) or (d) which is the most appropriate expression and mark your response accordingly.The green-eyed monster
A.	Feeling of being joyous
B.	Feeling of being jealous
C.	Feeling bad about happenings
D.	Feeling lucky about something
Answer» C. Feeling bad about happenings

Discussion

19.	Directions: Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.Someone who leaves one’s country to settle in another country.
A.	Tourist
B.	Emigrant
C.	Foreigner
D.	Explorer
Answer» C. Foreigner

Discussion

20.	Direction: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words or group of words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.What we lack in the current times is compassion.
A.	empathy
B.	carefulness
C.	indifference
D.	hardship
Answer» D. hardship

Discussion

21.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence. The word is no longer in use.
A.	obsolete
B.	old fashion
C.	antique
D.	vanished
Answer» B. old fashion

Discussion

22.	Direction: In the questions given below, out of the four alternatives choose the word which is the exact OPPOSITE of the given word.Modern
A.	Up-date
B.	Recent
C.	Cast
D.	Ancient
Answer» E.

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23.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence. A person who has an irresistible impulse to steal.
A.	Pyromania
B.	Dipsomania
C.	Megalomania
D.	Kleptomaniac
Answer» E.

Discussion

24.	Directions: In questions given below, a part of the sentence is italicised and underlined. Below are given alternatives to the italicised part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, Option 'D' is the answer.Will you kindly open the knot?
A.	untie
B.	break
C.	loose
D.	No improvement
Answer» B. break

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25.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word and click the button corresponding to it.Docile
A.	cheerful
B.	willful
C.	fertile
D.	harmless
Answer» C. fertile

Discussion

26.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence. Showing a lack of respect for people or things that are generally taken seriously
A.	Solemn
B.	Pious
C.	Devout
D.	Irreverent
Answer» E.

Discussion

27.	Choose the correct synonym (word with similar meaning) of the headword from the four options given and mark the right option.RADICAL
A.	thorough
B.	radius
C.	extra
D.	extreme
Answer» B. radius

Discussion

28.	A sentence with an underlined word is given below. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for the underlined word from the given options.According to an eyewitness account, the thieves abandoned their vehicle near the scene of the robbery and then ran off.
A.	Deserted
B.	Retained
C.	Vacated
D.	Left
Answer» C. Vacated

Discussion

29.	Directions: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words or groups of words. Select the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.This boy is very timid.
A.	courageous
B.	shy
C.	clever
D.	dull
Answer» C. clever

Discussion

30.	Fill in the blanks with the appropriate option:During a protest some people turn violent and ______.
A.	take the bull by the horn
B.	take the law into their own hands
C.	lay down their arms
D.	beat about the bush
Answer» C. lay down their arms

Discussion

31.	Direction: Choose the correct antonym (word with opposite meaning).DENY
A.	accept
B.	accuse
C.	curse
D.	except
Answer» B. accuse

Discussion

32.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.Be in the red
A.	To be very angry
B.	Close to death
C.	To be in debt
D.	Always energetic
Answer» D. Always energetic

Discussion

33.	Directions: Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.The noise in the bedroom __________ me up.
A.	Awoke
B.	Awaken
C.	Woke
D.	Wake
Answer» D. Wake

Discussion

34.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word and click the button corresponding to it.Festal
A.	unpopular
B.	solemn
C.	merry
D.	sharp
Answer» C. merry

Discussion

35.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.A small piece of burning or glowing coal or wood in a dying fire
A.	Lumber
B.	Copse
C.	Grove
D.	Ember
Answer» E.

Discussion

36.	Directions: In the following questions, a word has been written in four different ways out of which only one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt word.
A.	Preferred
B.	Prefereed
C.	Prrefored
D.	Prefearred
Answer» B. Prefereed

Discussion

37.	Directions: Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.FREEDOM
A.	revolution
B.	captivity
C.	power
D.	independence
Answer» C. power

Discussion

38.	Choose the appropriate word in the blank from the given alternatives.They __________ no notice of what people say about them
A.	Make
B.	Mind
C.	Take
D.	Keep
Answer» D. Keep

Discussion

39.	In the given sentence, three words have been given in bold. These words may or may not be in their correct positions. Read the sentence and choose the correct option.The EC is (A)ensure with powers to (B)unjust a free and (C)vested election.
A.	BAC
B.	BCA
C.	ACB
D.	CAB
E.	No Replacement Required
Answer» E. No Replacement Required

Discussion

40.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given. Burgeon
A.	Bolster
B.	Shrivel
C.	Mount
D.	Amplify
Answer» C. Mount

Discussion

41.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word.DEVOID
A.	Empty
B.	Full
C.	Barren
D.	Sans
Answer» C. Barren

Discussion

42.	In the following question, out of given four alternative, select the one which best expresses the meaning of Idiom/Phrase. All over hell’s half acre
A.	Degrading oneself
B.	Everywhere
C.	To own a large piece of land
D.	To be sinful
Answer» C. To own a large piece of land

Discussion

43.	Choose the correct meaning of the expression highlighted in the sentence.An unknown politician tried to whip up the crowd through his speech.
A.	beat up
B.	drive away
C.	scolded
D.	stir emotionally
Answer» E.

Discussion

44.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.Gratify an immoral or distasteful desire
A.	Depress
B.	Frustrate
C.	Offend
D.	Pander
Answer» E.

Discussion

45.	Directions: Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.CONDESCENDING
A.	Stimulating
B.	Accusing
C.	Creating
D.	Patronising
Answer» E.

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46.	In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.He is ______ to Meera for his actions.
A.	accountable
B.	careful
C.	faithful
D.	liable
Answer» B. careful

Discussion

47.	Directions: Choose the word that means the same as the given word.Circumscription
A.	Latitude
B.	Altitude
C.	Limitation
D.	Platitude
Answer» D. Platitude

Discussion

48.	Directions: Choose the word that can substitute the given sentence. Not fit to eat
A.	Inevitable
B.	Potable
C.	Gourmet
D.	Inedible
Answer» E.

Discussion

49.	Hit the sack
A.	sleep
B.	ponder
C.	wonder
D.	trouble
Answer» B. ponder

Discussion

50.	In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option. The worst form of violence is terrorism ______ due to religious insecurities.
A.	Repressed
B.	Quelled
C.	Evoked
D.	Halted
Answer» D. Halted

Discussion

Explore topic-wise MCQs in Testing Subject.

Choose the sentence that uses the word ‘apprise’ correctly:

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word. Negotiate

Directions: In the following sentence, one part may have an error. Choose the one which has the error if any: It is high time that we send the answer to this query.

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word.Casting

In the following question, out of the four given alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.Make a fool of oneself

Directions: For a word/phrase is given followed by four options. You have to select the option which explains the meaning of the word/phrase.Origami

Choose the correct antonym of the following word from the options given :RETICENT

In the following question, the sentence given with blank is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option. The elephant stampeded and tore _____ the streets.

Directions: Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.I had a broken bone in the hand which the doctor called a ______ and suggested immediate surgery.

Directions: Select the correct antonym for the given word.Formidable

Direction: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word/words followed by four words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word/words and mark your response on your Answer Sheet accordingly.There prevailed a woebegone feeling in the room.

Choose the odd one from given four choices :

Each of the following sentences has a blank space and four words are given below it. Select the word or group of words you consider most appropriate for the blank space and indicate your response accordingly.The whole lot of young men was very enthusiastic but your friend alone was ________.

Directions: Four words are given, out of which only one word is spelt correctly. Choose the correctly spelt word and click the button corresponding to it.

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is an antonym or the most opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.This was an act of ruthless ferocity.

Directions: Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the response (a), (b), (c) or (d) which is the most appropriate expression and mark your response accordingly.The green-eyed monster

Directions: Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.Someone who leaves one’s country to settle in another country.

Direction: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words or group of words. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.What we lack in the current times is compassion.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence. The word is no longer in use.

Direction: In the questions given below, out of the four alternatives choose the word which is the exact OPPOSITE of the given word.Modern

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence. A person who has an irresistible impulse to steal.

Directions: In questions given below, a part of the sentence is italicised and underlined. Below are given alternatives to the italicised part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, Option 'D' is the answer.Will you kindly open the knot?

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word and click the button corresponding to it.Docile

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence. Showing a lack of respect for people or things that are generally taken seriously

Choose the correct synonym (word with similar meaning) of the headword from the four options given and mark the right option.RADICAL

A sentence with an underlined word is given below. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM for the underlined word from the given options.According to an eyewitness account, the thieves abandoned their vehicle near the scene of the robbery and then ran off.

Directions: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words or groups of words. Select the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.This boy is very timid.

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate option:During a protest some people turn violent and ______.

Direction: Choose the correct antonym (word with opposite meaning).DENY

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.Be in the red

Directions: Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.The noise in the bedroom __________ me up.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word and click the button corresponding to it.Festal

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.A small piece of burning or glowing coal or wood in a dying fire

Directions: In the following questions, a word has been written in four different ways out of which only one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt word.

Directions: Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.FREEDOM

Choose the appropriate word in the blank from the given alternatives.They __________ no notice of what people say about them

In the given sentence, three words have been given in bold. These words may or may not be in their correct positions. Read the sentence and choose the correct option.The EC is (A)ensure with powers to (B)unjust a free and (C)vested election.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given. Burgeon

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word.DEVOID

In the following question, out of given four alternative, select the one which best expresses the meaning of Idiom/Phrase. All over hell’s half acre

Choose the correct meaning of the expression highlighted in the sentence.An unknown politician tried to whip up the crowd through his speech.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.Gratify an immoral or distasteful desire

Directions: Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.CONDESCENDING

In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.He is ______ to Meera for his actions.

Directions: Choose the word that means the same as the given word.Circumscription

Directions: Choose the word that can substitute the given sentence. Not fit to eat

Hit the sack

In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option. The worst form of violence is terrorism ______ due to religious insecurities.