Competitive Exams : English Language - Synonyms/Antonyms (Set 10) | Concept of Maths

Question 1

1. Q1. What is the closest synonym of the word Pusillanimous?

A) Audacious

B) Cowardly

C) Resolute

D) Insignificant

Answer

Correct Answer: B

Explanation: "Pusillanimous" means showing a lack of courage or determination; timid or cowardly.

Question 2

2. Q2. What is the most appropriate antonym of the word Alacrity?

A) Apathy

B) Promptness

C) Zeal

D) Dispatch

Answer

Correct Answer: A

Explanation: "Alacrity" refers to brisk and cheerful readiness, whereas "Apathy" denotes a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

Question 3

3. Q3. What is the closest synonym of the word Obstreperous?

A) Taciturn

B) Compliant

C) Clamorous

D) Docile

Answer

Correct Answer: C

Explanation: "Obstreperous" means noisy and difficult to control, making "Clamorous" the most fitting synonym.

Question 4

4. Q4. What is the exact antonym of the word Pulchritudinous?

Question 5

5. Q5. What is the closest synonym of the word Tergiversation?

A) Veracity

B) Straightforwardness

C) Determination

D) Equivocation

Answer

Correct Answer: D

Explanation: "Tergiversation" refers to evasion, prevarication, or equivocation when answering a question or stating a position.

Question 6

6. Q6. What is the most suitable antonym of the word Perfidious?

A) Faithful

B) Treacherous

C) Deceitful

D) Insidious

Answer

Correct Answer: A

Explanation: "Perfidious" means deceitful and untrustworthy; hence, "Faithful" is the correct antonym.

Question 7

7. Q7. What is the closest synonym of the word Sycophant?

A) Maverick

B) Detractor

C) Toady

D) Benefactor

Answer

Correct Answer: C

Explanation: A "Sycophant" is a person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage; a "Toady".

Question 8

8. Q8. What is the best antonym of the word Esoteric?

A) Recondite

B) Public

C) Cryptic

D) Arcane

Answer

Correct Answer: B

Explanation: "Esoteric" means intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people. "Public" (or general/manifest) serves as its antonym.

Question 9

9. Q9. What is the closest synonym of the word Mendacious?

A) Veracious

B) Generous

C) Provocative

D) Untruthful

Answer

Correct Answer: D

Explanation: "Mendacious" means not telling the truth or lying, which translates directly to "Untruthful".

Question 10

10. Q10. What is the most appropriate antonym of the word Scurrilous?

A) Abusive

B) Opprobrious

C) Respectful

D) Slanderous

Answer

Correct Answer: C

Explanation: "Scurrilous" means making or spreading scandalous claims about someone with the intention of damaging their reputation. "Respectful" is the antonym.

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: B

Explanation: "Pulchritudinous" means breathtakingly beautiful, so "Hideous" is its exact antonym.

Competitive Exams : English Language - Synonyms/Antonyms (Set 10) | Concept of Maths