Synonyms
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HOODWINK
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deceive
Hoodwink (Verb) = to trick somebody; to deceive
Look at the sentence : She had been hoodwinked into buying a worthless necklace.Correct Option: A
deceive
Hoodwink (Verb) = to trick somebody; to deceive
Look at the sentence : She had been hoodwinked into buying a worthless necklace.
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PROFLIGATE
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Wasteful
Profligate (Adjective) = recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources;
spendrift; prodigal.
Look at the sentence : The profligate use of water is dangerous for future generation.Correct Option: D
Wasteful
Profligate (Adjective) = recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources;
spendrift; prodigal.
Look at the sentence : The profligate use of water is dangerous for future generation.
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REPROOF
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rebuke
Reproof (Noun) = criticism or blame; a statement that criticizes or blames; a negative comment; reprimand.
Look at the sentence : She welcomed him with a mild reproof for leaving her alone.Correct Option: C
rebuke
Reproof (Noun) = criticism or blame; a statement that criticizes or blames; a negative comment; reprimand.
Look at the sentence : She welcomed him with a mild reproof for leaving her alone.
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INDOLENT
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lazy
Indolent (Adjective) = wanting to avoid activity or exertion; idle; slothful; inactive.
Look at the sentence : They were indolent and addicted to a life of pleasure.Correct Option: A
lazy
Indolent (Adjective) = wanting to avoid activity or exertion; idle; slothful; inactive.
Look at the sentence : They were indolent and addicted to a life of pleasure.
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NEFARIOUS
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wicked
Nefarious (Adjective) = criminal; immoral; impious; evil.
Look at the sentence : Good citizens should not involve in nefarious activities to earn money.Correct Option: B
wicked
Nefarious (Adjective) = criminal; immoral; impious; evil.
Look at the sentence : Good citizens should not involve in nefarious activities to earn money.