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4251.	Choose from the four options, the word that best defines/substitutes the given phrase."The scientific study of the mind"
A.	Philology
B.	Psychology
C.	Sociology
D.	Anthropology
Answer» C. Sociology

Discussion

4252.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/Phrase. From stem to stern
A.	all the way from the front of a ship to the back.
B.	from the beginning to the end.
C.	top of a plant to its roots.
D.	loose pleasantness to become strict.
Answer» B. from the beginning to the end.

Discussion

4253.	Direction: Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your answer sheet accordingly.He found her extremely attractive and charming.
A.	unnatural
B.	modern
C.	repulsive
D.	disapproving
Answer» D. disapproving

Discussion

4254.	Choose the best expression amongst multiple choices for a given idiom/proverb.Blow by blow
A.	eruptions in quick succession from a volcano
B.	continuously raining with thunders
C.	describe an event as it occurred in every detail
D.	a rapid declare in business leading to closure
Answer» D. a rapid declare in business leading to closure

Discussion

4255.	Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.The man ______ heavy losses in his investments.
A.	incurred
B.	earned
C.	reaped
D.	raised
Answer» B. earned

Discussion

4256.	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.Decry
A.	convict
B.	reject
C.	synthesis
D.	praise
Answer» E.

Discussion

4257.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the word given.Affectionate
A.	Neglectful
B.	Aloof
C.	Sympathetic
D.	Suppressive
Answer» D. Suppressive

Discussion

4258.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word.Effervescent
A.	Bouncy
B.	Lively
C.	Stale
D.	Resilient
Answer» D. Resilient

Discussion

4259.	Directions: Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiomA penny saved is a penny earned
A.	What you have is worth more than what you might have later
B.	Better to show than tell
C.	Money you save today you can spend later
D.	Saving money for later
Answer» D. Saving money for later

Discussion

4260.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.Crumble
A.	Build
B.	Assemble
C.	Submissive
D.	Regress
Answer» E.

Discussion

4261.	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.His arguments are not valid. People consider it bombastic
A.	outdated
B.	straightforward
C.	verbose
D.	untrue
Answer» C. verbose

Discussion

4262.	Choose the correct synonym of the given word from the options given below.ENNUI
A.	Anger
B.	Boredom
C.	Excitement
D.	Bright
Answer» C. Excitement

Discussion

4263.	Fill in the blank by choosing the best option:Finding the net very heavy, the fishermen danced with joy; they ________ that they had taken a large catch, but were soon disappointed.
A.	discovered
B.	saw
C.	ensured
D.	presumed
Answer» E.

Discussion

4264.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.Predicament
A.	Plight
B.	Solution
C.	Advantage
D.	Truth
Answer» B. Solution

Discussion

4265.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.To heave a sigh of relief
A.	To ecome very tired with routine or boring work
B.	To suddenly feel very happy because something unpleasant has not happened or has ended
C.	To Feel extremely sad over someone else's misfortune
D.	To Feel silent anger over real or perceived injustice
Answer» C. To Feel extremely sad over someone else's misfortune

Discussion

4266.	In the following question, out of the four given alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.Sulky
A.	Soft
B.	Happy
C.	Trustful
D.	Dismal
Answer» E.

Discussion

4267.	Directions: Select the most appropriate words to ﬁll in the blank in the given sentence.I dislike people with ______ who say something and do something else.
A.	many roles
B.	double standards
C.	strange achievements
D.	multiple relations
Answer» C. strange achievements

Discussion

4268.	Directions: Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.Government run by a small group of people
A.	monarchy
B.	oligarchy
C.	aristocracy
D.	plutocracy
Answer» C. aristocracy

Discussion

4269.	Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is an antonym or the most opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.That was an overt act of aggression.
A.	deep
B.	secret
C.	particular
D.	official
Answer» C. particular

Discussion

4270.	Directions: Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.SALVAGE
A.	Save
B.	Hurt
C.	Lose
D.	Waste
Answer» B. Hurt

Discussion

4271.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word.Clammy
A.	Sweaty
B.	Wet
C.	Misty
D.	Dry
Answer» E.

Discussion

4272.	Directions: The following question contains a sentence with one blank only. Below are given three words as answer choices. You have to choose an option with choices that can make the sentence complete.The biker was extremely ________ at being overtaken by a beginner biker. A. EnragedB. FuriousC. Sympathy
A.	A and B
B.	B and C
C.	A and C
D.	Only A
E.	Only C
Answer» B. B and C

Discussion

4273.	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.We do not create enough space in our lives for the inspiration to ______ in.
A.	flow
B.	fly
C.	swim
D.	walk
Answer» B. fly

Discussion

4274.	Directions: Give one word for 'one who hates mankind'.
A.	Nazist
B.	Fascist
C.	Misanthrope
D.	Sadist
Answer» D. Sadist

Discussion

4275.	'Book' may be used with
A.	Trousers
B.	Insects
C.	Ticket
D.	Painting
Answer» D. Painting

Discussion

4276.	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.Eulogistic
A.	annoying
B.	rigidity
C.	rationality
D.	critical
Answer» E.

Discussion

4277.	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 employee did not _____ to the argument of the manager.
A.	precede
B.	exceed
C.	concede
D.	recede
Answer» D. recede

Discussion

4278.	Directions: Fill in the blanks with the word that best completes the sentence.Shilpa was so _________ that she didn’t realize that the milk had boiled over.
A.	Discarded
B.	Confused
C.	Preoccupied
D.	Absorbed
Answer» D. Absorbed

Discussion

4279.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.A red letter day.
A.	A day when one feels lazy
B.	A day that is pleasantly noteworthy or memorable
C.	A sorrowful day
D.	Most dangerous day of one’s life
Answer» C. A sorrowful day

Discussion

4280.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word.Command
A.	Opposition
B.	Call
C.	Dictate
D.	Notiﬁcation
Answer» B. Call

Discussion

4281.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word.Stationary
A.	Immobile
B.	permanent
C.	Stable
D.	Unsteady
Answer» E.

Discussion

4282.	Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is an antonym or the most opposite in meaning to the word or phrase given below and mark the correct answer.Skeptical
A.	Suspicious
B.	Clear
C.	Dubious
D.	Cruel
Answer» C. Dubious

Discussion

4283.	Direction: 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.A death blow
A.	to be nearly dead
B.	to be deeply afraid of death
C.	to beat someone to death
D.	an action or event which causes something to end or fail
Answer» E.

Discussion

4284.	Directions: Choose the appropriate meaning of the idioms from the choice given:To make clean breast of
A.	To gain prominence
B.	To praise oneself
C.	To confess
D.	None of these
Answer» D. None of these

Discussion

4285.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.Every cloud has a silver lining
A.	Every difficult or unpleasant situation has some advantage
B.	Difficult times are tough to handle
C.	Difficult times need our attention
D.	Difficult times are not to be scared of
Answer» B. Difficult times are tough to handle

Discussion

4286.	Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four options. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word. The serene beauty of Kashmir had a soothing effect on his mind.
A.	placid
B.	pleasing
C.	tranquil
D.	turbulent
Answer» E.

Discussion

4287.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.A transcendent state in which there is neither suffering, desire, nor sense of self
A.	Woe
B.	Nirvana
C.	Depression
D.	Despondency
Answer» C. Depression

Discussion

4288.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.Ease somebody's mind
A.	Alleviate someone's anxiety.
B.	Listen to somebody's grievances.
C.	Have the capacity to understand the other person's thoughts.
D.	Keep thinking about some person.
Answer» B. Listen to somebody's grievances.

Discussion

4289.	In the following question, out of the four given alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute for the phrase.One who hates reasoning
A.	Misologist
B.	Abortionist
C.	Destructionalist
D.	Prohibitionist
Answer» B. Abortionist

Discussion

4290.	Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the given word.Abolish
A.	restore
B.	quell
C.	like
D.	flexible
Answer» B. quell

Discussion

4291.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.Reap the whirlwind
A.	Providing that other factors or circumstance remain the same
B.	Suffer negative consequences as a result of one’s actions
C.	An indication that something is accepted or regarded favourably
D.	Believing that moderation is more satisfying than excess
Answer» C. An indication that something is accepted or regarded favourably

Discussion

4292.	Directions: In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word. Clandestine
A.	Truth
B.	Secret
C.	Frank
D.	Upright
Answer» C. Frank

Discussion

4293.	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.My uncle, Mr. Lalit Singh comes home at the _______ of the month.
A.	end
B.	gone
C.	bring
D.	returning
Answer» B. gone

Discussion

4294.	Directions: Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.He had half expected a divine _______ strike, a thunderbolt may be, as he queued for the body and blood.
A.	post-operative
B.	pre-emptive
C.	consecutive
D.	competitive
Answer» C. consecutive

Discussion

4295.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.Imbecile
A.	Brainy
B.	Smart
C.	Intelligent
D.	Idiot
Answer» E.

Discussion

4296.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase. Phobia of dogs
A.	Orophobia
B.	Cynophobia
C.	Vatrachophobia
D.	Phemophobia
Answer» C. Vatrachophobia

Discussion

4297.	In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.PALE
A.	Bright
B.	Colourless
C.	Glowing
D.	Radiant
Answer» C. Glowing

Discussion

4298.	Choose the idiom from the following options which means " to be modest about one's achievements".
A.	to hide one's light under a bushel
B.	to take to the bush
C.	to hide behind the bush
D.	to beat around the bush
Answer» B. to take to the bush

Discussion

4299.	Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four options. Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word. Hitler was a despot.
A.	conservative
B.	dictator
C.	passionate
D.	monstrous
Answer» C. passionate

Discussion

4300.	In the following question, out of given four alternative, select the one which best expresses the meaning of Idiom/Phrase. Aid and abet
A.	To relieve somethings of their duties
B.	To help someone to commit a crime
C.	To be charitable
D.	To waste money
Answer» C. To be charitable

Discussion

Explore topic-wise MCQs in BITSAT.

Choose from the four options, the word that best defines/substitutes the given phrase."The scientific study of the mind"

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/Phrase. From stem to stern

Direction: Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your answer sheet accordingly.He found her extremely attractive and charming.

Choose the best expression amongst multiple choices for a given idiom/proverb.Blow by blow

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.The man ______ heavy losses in his investments.

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.Decry

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

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

Directions: Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiomA penny saved is a penny earned

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.Crumble

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.His arguments are not valid. People consider it bombastic

Choose the correct synonym of the given word from the options given below.ENNUI

Fill in the blank by choosing the best option:Finding the net very heavy, the fishermen danced with joy; they ________ that they had taken a large catch, but were soon disappointed.

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.Predicament

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.To heave a sigh of relief

In the following question, out of the four given alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.Sulky

Directions: Select the most appropriate words to ﬁll in the blank in the given sentence.I dislike people with ______ who say something and do something else.

Directions: Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.Government run by a small group of people

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is an antonym or the most opposite in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.That was an overt act of aggression.

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

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

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.We do not create enough space in our lives for the inspiration to ______ in.

Directions: Give one word for 'one who hates mankind'.

'Book' may be used with

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.Eulogistic

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 employee did not _____ to the argument of the manager.

Directions: Fill in the blanks with the word that best completes the sentence.Shilpa was so _________ that she didn’t realize that the milk had boiled over.

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

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

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

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is an antonym or the most opposite in meaning to the word or phrase given below and mark the correct answer.Skeptical

Direction: 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.A death blow

Directions: Choose the appropriate meaning of the idioms from the choice given:To make clean breast of

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.Every cloud has a silver lining

Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four options. Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word. The serene beauty of Kashmir had a soothing effect on his mind.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.A transcendent state in which there is neither suffering, desire, nor sense of self

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.Ease somebody's mind

In the following question, out of the four given alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute for the phrase.One who hates reasoning

Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the given word.Abolish

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

Directions: In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word. Clandestine

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.My uncle, Mr. Lalit Singh comes home at the _______ of the month.

Directions: Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.He had half expected a divine _______ strike, a thunderbolt may be, as he queued for the body and blood.

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.Imbecile

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase. Phobia of dogs

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.PALE

Choose the idiom from the following options which means " to be modest about one's achievements".

Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four options. Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word. Hitler was a despot.

In the following question, out of given four alternative, select the one which best expresses the meaning of Idiom/Phrase. Aid and abet